September 26, 2025 - by CSCS
Could you briefly introduce yourself?
I'm completing my master's in computer science at ETH Zurich. I am passionate about bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI models and their practical deployment in real-world systems — from software principles that ensure smooth deployment to the infrastructure that supports modern AI at scale.
What fascinates you in the world of supercomputing?
What fascinates me about supercomputing is the ability to tackle computationally intensive AI workloads by harnessing the parallelism of large GPU clusters. These architectures enable distributed training at scale and, in turn, accelerate experimentation and scientific breakthroughs.
How did you first hear about CSCS?
I first heard about CSCS at the Kontaktparty event at ETH Zurich. CSCS’s values and its high-performance computing services were presented.
Why did you want to intern at CSCS?
I wanted to intern at CSCS because one of the available projects closely aligned with my goal to develop specific skills for my professional career. When I saw the project, I recognized it as an excellent opportunity to explore the world of DevOps engineering and gain hands-on experience in the field.
What projects have you worked on so far during your internships at CSCS?
During my internship, I worked on enhancing an internal development platform with automation and observability so that the DevOps Pipelines Solutions team can monitor their core services in real time. This involved developing an end-to-end observability pipeline — from instrumenting applications, system, and infrastructure metrics and logs to creating dashboards, setting alerting rules, and configuring automatic notifications.
How would you describe a regular day as an intern at CSCS?
A typical day at CSCS in Zurich starts around 8:30-9:00 a.m. with coffee, followed by focused work until lunch. I usually eat with colleagues in the open space with a nice view over Oerlikon. Then I return to work with more coffee until 17:30. Daily tasks include programming, team meetings, and coordinating with other teams involved in the project.
What will you take home from this experience?
First, I will leave CSCS with a better understanding of the complexity and learning involved in working across multiple engineering teams, which requires careful coordination and planning. I will also take home the kindness and openness of the people I have met, the technical skills I've gained, and the benefit of having a supervisor who is also a mentor. Additionally, I will come away with the confidence to be independent and proactive, knowing my input is always valued. CSCS is a place where you don’t feel constrained, but instead supported to thrive.