What’s a reasonable pay expectation for a remote DevOps/SRE intern at a US startup?

As a ballpark figure, you might aim for about $30,000 for an internship, though that can vary. Remember, starting pay at smaller startups could be lower than big companies, which might pay around $15 to $25 an hour. Interns at larger firms can earn $30 to $50 an hour, leading to monthly pay upwards of $5,000. Since it's a startup, they might not pay as much, so consider that when negotiating your offer.

It's important to keep in mind that being a remote intern for a US company could mean they pay substantially less than if you were local. They might expect to keep salaries lower, possibly even under $30,000 a year for your role. So, ask for something reasonable, but be prepared for lower offers due to your location.

From what I’ve observed, a lot of startups might be willing to pay anywhere from $15 to $25 an hour, which totals about $2,500 to $4,000 monthly. Since you’re being hired remotely and depending on the company’s financial state, they might lower their expectations, especially if the cost of living is lower where you are.