Software Engineer Co-Op — Modern Banking Tech

Fifth Third; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Software Engineering Co-Op for Spring 2027. You will participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, contributing to customer-focused development and modernizing banking technology.

As a co-op, you’ll be fully integrated into an engineering team with dedicated mentorship from experienced tech leads, gaining exposure to enterprise-scale software, DevOps practices, and secure financial technology. Authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Rising juniors and seniors pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical fields with good academic standing (minimum 3.0 GPA required).
• 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: Learn to build software that meets the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java Spring Boot

Angular

Node.js

Education

3.0 GPA required

Pursuing Computer Science or related field

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Software Engineering Co-Op for Spring 2027. You will participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, contributing to customer-focused development and modernizing banking technology.

As a co-op, you’ll be fully integrated into an engineering team with dedicated mentorship from experienced tech leads, gaining exposure to enterprise-scale software, DevOps practices, and secure financial technology. Authorization to work in the U.S.