Cloud FinOps Consulting Intern

Compensation (Estimated Pay Range): 19 – 26 USD per hour

Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

JOB SUMMARY: As part of the Trace3xperience Program, the Cloud FinOps Tracer (Intern) will be offered an opportunity to integrate with a world-class Solutions Group. The Tracer will be exposed to the operational and delivery aspects of a group focused on FinOps consulting solutions across cloud and AI. This internship provides an opportunity to work at the intersection of cloud technology, data analytics, and finance. You’ll gain hands-on experience analyzing AWS, Google, and Azure cloud environments, identifying opportunities to improve cloud efficiency, and learning how leading organizations apply FinOps practices to maximize the business value of cloud. Tracers in this program will receive accelerated professional development, exposure to all technical functions of an IT consulting organization, world-class mentoring, and unique networking opportunities across the organization.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN AND DO:

• Achieve a technical certification, with options available across FinOps, AI, or Cloud Provider designations
• Learn the fundamentals of Cloud environments and gain hands-on exposure to FinOps principles and cloud financial management, including cost allocation, optimization, forecasting, budgeting, and financial accountability.
• Explore the emerging field of FinOps for AI and token economics, helping the team evaluate how organizations measure, allocate, optimize, and forecast the cost of generative AI workloads while connecting AI consumption to measurable business value. Shadow consultants/engineers on active client engagements - Once comfortable, you will help assist with non-customer-facing tasks such as FinOps backend administration and internal planning meetings
• Assist with collateral creation through building out PowerPoint decks, solution briefs, and process documentation, and documentation of best practices/operations
• Help shadow client calls and take down meeting minutes to share back with the team once meetings have concluded
• Support the development of customer-facing FinOps reports, analysis, dashboards, presentations, and recommendations.
• Gain familiarity with cloud cost-management and FinOps tooling and understand how practitioners turn raw billing information into actionable recommendations. Learn how to read financial reports, how they apply to the Cloud, and translate the implications to communicate back to client stakeholders
• Assist with designing internal operational efficiencies through available AI tools
• Assist with developing dashboards and reporting that provide visibility into AI spend, consumption trends, model usage, and unit economics.
• Research emerging FinOps for AI practices, tools, cloud-provider capabilities, and industry trends and help translate findings into actionable guidance for the FinOps team.

ELIGIBILITY AND PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Enrollment in the Senior year of an undergraduate program, at an accredited college or university or Masters student.
• Candidates should have a growth mindset (rapidly learn and grow through trial and error), excellent communication skills (written and verbal), be pursuing a non-engineering degree like Business, Finance, MIS, etc… This is a unique opportunity to learn and pursue a very hot career area that incorporates multiple disciplines including business, finance, consulting, and technology.
• Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better; People and Organizational Health may require a copy of the applicant’s transcript
• Academic or professional/internship experience working in a professional setting is a plus
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction on given assignments
• Self-motivated individuals with a customer mindset and desire to help people
• Enthusiasm for technical problem solving with attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Ability to learn and research in a dynamic and engaging environment
• Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the internship
• Office 365 environment
• Cloud Fundamentals Certification optional – AZ-900, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Google Cloud Fundamentals.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range $19 — $26 USD

The Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email recruiter contact.

To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.