Winter Software Developer Internship

About Electrum:

Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company.

Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimise financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily.

At Electrum, we are
grounded in impact
– designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in
creating together
– working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritise
making it safe
– encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back
empowered strong teams
– hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.

We run two four-week internship programs annually during the winter (June/July) and summer (January) university breaks. Internships are paid and conducted in-office, with potential for permanent positions depending on company needs and fit.

The 2026 Winter Internship will run for 4 weeks from 29th of June 2026 to the 24th of July 2026.

• to be involved in the full life cycle of our projects;
• professional training and on-the-job learning;
• mentorship from industry experts;
• a workplace with an innovative office culture;
• to work on real customer problems;
• access to extensive career growth opportunities;
• valuable work experience in a real Fin Tech environment, where you get to work on real projects.

• University Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, or Physics student in either their 3rd year or Honours year.
• A minimum average of 65% in all modules.
• Experience working with Java at university or from personal projects.
• Understanding fundamentals of object-oriented programming.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• We believe in a
  People First
  approach, ensuring a culture where you can thrive and make a real difference

• Career Growth: Delivering world-class financial software is challenging, but your effort will earn you hands-on experience with products used by millions,
  accelerating your career
  .
• Strong Teams: We keep teams small, focused, and collaborative to maximize impact.
• Transparency: We openly discuss strategy, finances, and salaries. Mistakes are viewed as
  learning opportunities
  that we actively discuss.
• Autonomy: We trust you
  . You're expected to seek out the data needed for informed decisions and manage your own time—knowing when to focus and when to recharge.
• Shared Vision: You'll have the power to
  shape the vision
  of how we build the future of financial services.

Here’s how we support our culture:

• Office Perks: Fully-stocked kitchen and
  daily catered lunch
  .
• Social Life: Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners