Software Engineer Intern

careers-indeed; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Indeed is offering a 12-week internship where you will work with a mentor on back-end and front-end development, contribute to data-driven product decisions, and broaden your software engineering skills.

You will interact with other interns, experience Indeed's autonomy-driven culture, and have opportunities to work with AI tools and open-source projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or similar related field.
• Foundational understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience collaborating on a group project (academic or professional).

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing software solutions under mentor guidance.
• Learn and work with a variety of programming languages and technologies to build small-scale projects.
• Gain experience in building clean, efficient, and well-documented specs and code, both by hand and with AI tools.
• Collaborate with engineers and other interns on coding tasks and debugging challenges.
• Explore data analysis techniques to understand how data influences product decisions.
• Present project results at the end of internship to communicate results across Indeed software engineering teams.

Skills

Java

Python

Javascript

C

C++

Education

College student in CS/CE/EE/Math

Job description

Your job

Over the 12-week internship, you will work closely with a mentor to apply computer science practices to real-world engineering challenges. As part of a small team, you will contribute to back-end and front-end development through direct coding, problem-solving, and iterative product building. You will also examine large datasets to inform product development and decision-making, gaining valuable experience in data-driven engineering.

Throughout the internship, you will interact with other interns to enhance learning and foster connections. You'll experience Indeed's engineering culture, which prioritizes autonomy, responsibility, and fast iteration. Additionally, you may also have the opportunity to contribute to open-source technologies and community projects, further developing your technical skills and industry impact.

Intern Eligibility

• We are only considering students who will be enrolled in an accredited degree program throughout this internship and are slated to graduate in December 2027 or later.
• Students must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the internship. The student must have work authorization in the United States at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
• This internship will be hybrid, with specific in-office days to be determined later. Relocation is not available for this position.

Who you are

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing software solutions under mentor guidance.
• Learn and work with a variety of programming languages and technologies to build small-scale projects.
• Gain experience in building clean, efficient, and well-documented specs and code, both by hand and with AI tools.
• Collaborate with engineers and other interns on coding tasks and debugging challenges.
• Explore data analysis techniques to understand how data influences product decisions.
• Participate in team discussions and brainstorming sessions to learn about software development best practices.
• Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills by working on real-world technical challenges.
• Take initiative in learning new concepts and tools to enhance technical skills.
• Present project results at the end of internship to communicate results across Indeed software engineering teams.

Who we are

• Currently enrolled in college pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or similar related field
• Experience with one or more of the following languages: Java, Python, Javascript, C, C++.
• Foundational understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in collaborating with a group project (academic or professional)
• Familiarity with Web Development.
• Familiarity with AI Coding Tools.

Our mission

As the world’s number 1 job site*, our mission is to help people get jobs. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and accessible workplace where all people feel comfortable being themselves. We're looking to grow our teams with more people who share our enthusiasm for innovation and creating the best experience for job seekers.

(*Comscore, Total Visits, March 2026)

Salary Range Disclaimer

At this time, we are only considering candidates for this role who are based in the following locations: Austin, TX.

The salary range for this role reflects the minimum and maximum compensation for the role. Offers are typically made between the range minimum and the range midpoint. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process. The range(s) listed is just one component of Indeed's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include quarterly bonuses, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), a Paid Time Off policy, and many region-specific benefits. Compensation may also vary based on where a role is performed, as work locations are grouped into geographic pay tiers to reflect cost of labor differences in different geographic markets. Candidates can view geographic pay tiers by location on our career site (https://www.indeed.com/careers/paytiers), and recruiters can confirm how location is considered for a specific role.

Salary Range Transparency

Tier 2 - United States of America $36.15 - $45.38 per hour

EEO and Accommodations

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