2027 Trinity College Dublin Software Engineering Internship New

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

KKR in Dublin invites a 6-9 month Software Engineer internship starting January 2027. This in-person program sits within our Technology & Engineering Centre of Excellence and offers hands-on project work, educational programming, and exposure to technology leaders.

You will work with Java, Python and C/C++, explore emerging AI tools, and have the chance for a full-time offer based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a university degree in Ireland, the UK or continental Europe for a 6–9 month placement starting January 2027.
• Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related technical field.
• Eligible to work in Ireland on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Work as a Software Engineer intern in Dublin for 6–9 months within KKR's Technology & Engineering Centre of Excellence.
• Contribute to real projects, attend educational and network-building programming.
• Leverage KKR AI tools to accelerate work and learn how emerging tech enhances operations.
• Opportunity for a full-time offer based on performance and business needs.

Skills

Java

Python

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

This is an in-person internship based in Dublin, Ireland, commencing in January 2027 for a period of 6-9 months. You will work within the technology team as a Software Engineer for the duration of the internship and will attend an orientation providing an overview of KKR and alternative investments. You will contribute to real projects, attend educational and network-building programming, and have the opportunity to showcase your work to technology leaders. Interns are encouraged to leverage KKR's AI tools to accelerate their work, deepen their learning, and contribute fresh perspectives on how emerging technology can enhance the way we operate. Full-time offers may be extended in alignment with exceptional performance, subject to business headcount needs.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As part of our continued investment in Ireland, KKR is launching a Technology & Engineering Centre of Excellence in Dublin. This new hub will play a central role in building the world’s first technology platform engineered to manage over one trillion dollars in alternative AUM (assets under management.) Designed from the ground up for scale, security and speed, this is the infrastructure for the future of global finance. Areas of focus include investment technology, portfolio construction and management, liquidity solutions, risk analytics, and advanced data platforms.

THE TECHNOLOGY FUNCTION

KKR's Technology organisation is a global group of passionate technologists and product managers, unified by a shared mission to deliver exceptional products and solutions that drive value for our stakeholders, clients, and investors. Our passion for technology and innovation fuels our commitment to creating high-quality, impactful solutions that address complex challenges and meet the evolving needs of our sophisticated businesses.

Teamwork is at the core of the organisation's success. We thrive on open collaboration and continuous learning, driving a culture that values diversity of thought and collective achievement. Our global footprint fosters the integration of a diverse set of ideas and viewpoints in product and solution delivery, allowing us to design more comprehensive solutions that are adaptable and scalable. We optimise for impact, prioritising and delivering solutions with excellence while remaining agile in response to the evolving needs of our businesses.

THE TEAMS

Investment Systems

The Investment Systems team engineers all aspects of the Investment Lifecycle across an array of asset classes: from deal sourcing and portfolio construction to risk management and monetisation. They design platforms that connect data, people, and insights across Private Equity, Credit, Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Capital Markets, enabling investment teams to make faster, smarter decisions at scale. Their mandate is to transform how KKR invests by engineering shared, data-driven platforms that replace fragmented legacy tools with integrated solutions that drive efficiency, transparency, and alpha generation.

Business Operations Systems

The Business Operations Systems team is comprised of Operations Systems and Enterprise Systems. It consolidates capabilities across five core domains: Operating Platform Services, which supports the firm's core operating platforms; Client Operations and lifecycle management across Asset Management and Insurance; Finance Technology, providing an integrated fund and corporate finance technology ecosystem; Human Capital & Employee Experience, driving HR platforms, workforce data, collaboration tools, and employee experiences; and Governance, Risk & Compliance Technology, supporting the Legal, Compliance, Risk, Audit, and Tax functions.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

• Currently attending a university in Ireland, the UK, or continental Europe with an outstanding academics, and available for a 6-9-month placement starting January 2027
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related technical field (undertaking a placement/internship year or a work-integrated master's)Eligible to work in Ireland on a full-time basis without the need for current visa sponsorship
• Proficiency with Java, Python, C/C++
• Curiosity about and openness to adopting emerging AI technologies in workflows
• Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance
• Effective prompt design and generating reliable results using generative AI tools
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to act both strategically and tactically with exceptional attention to detail
• Outstanding time management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines
• Team-player who enjoys working in a collaborative and collegial environment and is willing to pitch in when needed

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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