Software Engineer Co-Op - Enterprise Finance Applications - Spring 2027

Fifth Third; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank is seeking a Software Engineer Co-Op in Cincinnati, OH, to contribute to mobile platforms and enterprise modernization. You’ll join an agile team, own feature work from concept to deployment, and work on backend and frontend tasks with modern frameworks.

You’ll collaborate with senior engineers, receive dedicated mentorship, and help deliver secure, compliant financial software while gaining exposure to cloud-native patterns and event-driven architectures.

Qualifications

• Academic background with good standing (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• Familiarity with Java Spring Boot, Angular, Node.js is a plus and training is provided.
• Growth mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams.
• Risk & compliance awareness in financial technology development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the mobile platform and cloud-native architecture.
• Help modernize banking domains with microservices and API-first design.
• Design internal tools and dashboards using secure APIs and data sources.
• Own feature development from conception to deployment in sprints.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and receive mentorship from tech leads.

Skills

Java Spring Boot

Angular

Node.js

Education

Computer Science / Software Engineering degree

Job description

Make banking a Fifth Third better We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. Fifth Third Bank Software Engineering Co-Op Shape the Future of Banking Technology Join Fifth Third's Enterprise Modernization organization and help transform how millions of customers experience banking. We're at the forefront of financial technology innovation, building cutting-edge solutions that make banking simpler, smarter, accessible and more secure.

What You Might Work On

Customer-Focused Development:

Contribute to our award-winning mobile platform (ranked #1 by J.D. Power for Banking Mobile App User Satisfaction Among Regional Banks) using modern development frameworks and cloud-native architectures. Help enhance "Jeanie," our intelligent customer messaging platform built on serverless architecture powered by artificial intelligence. Build responsive, scalable web experiences using Angular micro-frontends and contemporary development practices.

Domain Modernization:

Help develop and deliver next-generation banking services by breaking down monolithic systems into scalable microservices. Work on modernizing banking domains focused on areas like money movement, card operations, and account management using event-driven architectures, API-first design principles, and cloud-native patterns that enable faster feature delivery and improved system resilience.

Back-Office Solutions:

Design and build internal tools and services that power our business operations using modern, generative AI tools and services. Work closely with teams across technology and operations to: automate manual workflows and improve efficiency; develop secure, scalable APIs and internal dashboards; integrate third-party systems and data sources; and support data integrity, reporting, and audit readiness.

Emerging Technologies:

Participate in 2026 roadmap initiatives that will define the future of digital banking.

Your Experience

As a Co-Op, you'll be fully integrated into a high-performing engineering team with dedicated mentorship from experienced tech leads. You'll participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.

Collaborative Development:

Work alongside senior engineers in agile sprints, contributing to both large-scale initiatives and independent projects.

Mentorship Program:

Receive one-on-one guidance from a dedicated tech lead throughout your rotation.

Modern Enterprise Technology Exposure:

Gain experience across our modern technology stack while focusing on either backend or frontend development.

Real Impact:

Own feature development from conception through deployment, seeing your code serve real customers.

What We're Looking For

Academic Background: Rising juniors and seniors pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical fields with good academic standing (minimum 3.0 GPA required)

Technical Foundation:

Familiarity with modern programming languages and frameworks (Java Spring Boot, Angular, Node.js) and development practices. Specific experience with our stack is a plus, but we'll train you on our methodologies

Growth Mindset:

Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and contributing to a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment

Collaborative Spirit:

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Risk & Compliance:

As part of the financial services industry, you'll learn to build software that meets the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance, gaining valuable experience in responsible technology development. Attention to detail and ability to follow policies and procedures are critical.

Our Commitment to You

We believe in empowering our Co-Ops to make meaningful contributions while developing professionally. You'll gain exposure to enterprise-scale software development, modern DevOps practices, and the unique challenges of building secure, compliant financial technology.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join us in modernizing the future of banking technology. Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world challenges while building the skills that will launch your career in software engineering.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Fifth Third Bank is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can contribute their best work.

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Introduce yourself to our team to stay connected on future opportunities. We look forward to finding the right place for you.

Are you ready to take the next step? Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

#EarlyCareers #OneBankCoOp Software Engineer Co-Op - Enterprise Finance Applications - Spring 2027 At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day. The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.

LOCATION -- Cincinnati, Ohio 45202