Software Development Engineer Intern

Description

Final date to receive applications:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis

We’re on the lookout for the curious, those who think big and want to define the world of tomorrow. At Amazon, you will grow into the high impact, visionary person you know you’re ready to be. Every day will be filled with exciting new challenges, developing new skills, and achieving personal growth. How often can you say that your work changes the world?

At Amazon, you’ll say it often. Join us and define tomorrow.

At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. The intense focus we have on our customers is why we are one of the world’s most beloved brands – customer obsession is part of our company DNA. Our interns write real software and collaborate with experienced software development engineers (SDEs) who guide interns on projects that matter to our customers.

• Collaborate with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative products and services to market.
• Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment, and help lead fundamental changes in the industry.
• Create solutions to run predictions on distributed systems with exposure to innovative technologies at incredible scale and speed.
• Build distributed storage, index, and query systems that are scalable, fault‑tolerant, low cost, and easy to manage/use.
• Ability to design and code the right solutions starting with broadly defined problems.
• Work in an agile environment to deliver high‑quality software.

As an intern, you will be matched to a manager and a mentor and will have the opportunity to influence the evolution of Amazon technology and lead critical projects early in your career.

In addition to working on an impactful project, you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development, expand your network, and participate in activities with other interns throughout your internship. No matter the location of your internship, we give you the tools to own your project and learn in a real‑world setting.

• Are enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields
• Expected conferral date between October 2026 – September 2029

• Experience with at least one general‑purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or Type Script
• Experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles
• Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at  .

USA, CA, SAN FRANCISCO -  -  USD annually

USA, CA, SANTA CLARA -  -  USD annually

USA, CA, San Francisco -  -  USD annually

USA, CA, Santa Clara -  -  USD annually

USA, CA, Santa Clara -  -  USD annually

USA, CO, DENVER -  -  USD annually

USA, CO, Denver -  -  USD annually

USA, CO, Glendale -  -  USD annually

USA, MA, BOSTON -  -  USD annually

USA, MA, Boston -  -  USD annually

USA, MA, Jamaica Plain -  -  USD annually

USA, NJ, Jersey City -  -  USD annually

USA, NY, Astoria -  -  USD annually

USA, NY, BROOKLYN -  -  USD annually

USA, NY, Carle Place -  -  USD annually

USA, NY, New York -  -  USD annually

USA, VA, ARLINGTON -  -  USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington -  -  USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle -  -  USD annually