Software Engineer Intern

WEX, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Paid internship

Flexible work arrangement

Career development

Job summary

WEX, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join our 13-week program in the United States.

You will work with engineers and product managers to develop full‑stack features using .NET for the backend and React for the frontend, deployed on Microsoft Azure. You will gain hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, AI-assisted coding tools, and mentorship from senior engineers, while potentially exploring opportunities for continued roles after the internship.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, or related field and will have completed at least sophomore year.
• Entry-level/foundational coding experience with .NET for backend and React for front-end UI.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Azure or cloud concepts.
• Exposure to AI tools such as Cursor or Augment to speed up development tasks.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and build quality code during the internship.

Responsibilities

• Ship full-stack features by developing backend services in .NET and UI in React.
• Work in the cloud, deploying and supporting applications on Azure.
• Leverage AI tools to accelerate learning, debugging, and task execution.
• Learn from mentors and collaborate in a fast-paced environment to build real-world software.

Skills

.NET backend

React UI

Azure cloud

AI tools

Learning agility

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in CS/related

Tools

Cursor

Augment

Microsoft Azure

Job description

WEX is a global commerce platform that has been simplifying the way businesses operate for over 40 years. Our purpose is simple: to reduce administrative burdens, streamline payments, and manage mobility. With a team of over 7,200 professionals across 16 countries.

Our specialties are employee benefits, business payments, and fleet/mobility solutions. We support more than 20 million SaaS accounts, 8 million Health Savings Accounts, and 19+ million vehicles worldwide. We're a growing company with a history of innovation and a focus on our customers, making this a great place to grow your career.

The WEX Summer Internship Program: Learn, Lead, and Make an Impact

Our 13-week paid internship program, running from late May to mid-August, is a chance for you to gain real-world experience and develop your skills. Recruiting begins in September and continues through November at our various locations across the U.S.

You won't just be a bystander; you'll work on impactful projects and contribute to WEX's mission. We provide mentorship, professional development, and weekly learning experiences to help you build confidence and leadership skills. High-performing interns may even get the chance to lead their own initiatives.

We offer remote, hybrid, and onsite options for flexibility, and our goal is to bring top interns back full-time or offer them extended roles during the school year.

Imagine starting your career with a company that's building what's next. Your future starts here.

About the Team/Role:

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will work alongside engineers and Product Managers to solve real-world business challenges. You will gain hands-on experience with modern cloud infrastructure, full-stack development, and AI-driven workflows.

How you'll make an impact:

• Ship Full-Stack Features: Develop backend services in .NET and build user interfaces using React.

• Work in the Cloud: Deploy and support applications hosted on Microsoft Azure.

• Leverage AI Tools: Accelerate learning, debugging, and task execution using modern AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Cursor, Augment).

• Learn & Collaborate: Receive mentorship from senior engineers while gaining real-world experience in a fast-paced environment.

Experience you'll bring:

• Educational Foundation: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, or related field and will have completed at least your Sophomore year of school at the start of the internship.

• Entry-level/foundational coding experience with .NET for backend development and React for front-end UI.

• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Azure or general cloud concepts.

• Exposure to or curiosity about AI tools (such as Cursor or Augment) to speed up development tasks.

• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and build quality code during the internship.

The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section. Pay Range: $27.00 - $35.00