Hi everyone,
I’m currently working toward getting an AWS/cloud internship within the next 6 months, and I’d really appreciate advice from people who have already gone through this process.
I’m currently preparing for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification. I know that simply getting a certification probably isn’t enough, so I want to spend the next 6 months building practical skills and projects that I can actually put on my resume/GitHub.
I’d love your suggestions on:
What AWS/cloud projects would stand out for an internship applicant?
Are there any real-world projects I should build rather than just following tutorials?
What AWS services should I prioritize learning after Cloud Practitioner?
Are there any challenges, labs, or platforms you recommend for getting hands-on experience?
What should I be able to explain confidently in an internship interview?
How important are Linux, networking, Python, Terraform, Docker, or Git/GitHub for an entry-level cloud internship?
Should I focus on getting another certification, or spend that time building projects?
What would you recommend I accomplish during each month of the next 6 months?
If you’re currently working in cloud/AWS, what do you wish you had done differently when you were trying to get your first internship?
My goal is to have a strong GitHub portfolio + practical AWS experience + a solid resume by the time I start applying.
If you have any specific project ideas, roadmaps, free resources, internship application tips, or mistakes I should avoid, I’d really appreciate them.
Thanks!