Platform Software Engineering Summer Intern

Charlotte, United States

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it.

We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Applications for this position will be accepted from October 13 - October 27. We encourage interested candidates to apply early to ensure full consideration.

Skills and Competencies

• Hands-on programming experience with Type Script and the Angular framework, required because the platform’s web application is built in Angular
• Hands-on programming experience with Python, required because the platform’s backend services and data pipelines are written in Python
• Understanding of relational databases and Structured Query Language, required to write queries that support reports and dashboards
• Familiarity with web application programming interfaces, JavaScript Object Notation, and version control using Git, required for collaborative development
• Exposure to public cloud services, serverless computing, or infrastructure as code is preferred
• Experience writing automated unit tests and an interest in cloud cost management, security compliance, or developer tooling is desired
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Education

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• Graduation date of May 2028 – June 2029
• Ability to work during program dates:
  June 7th - August 13th 2027

Responsibilities

Build features for an internal engineering platform that provides visibility into cloud cost, compliance, and operations.

• Develop web pages, dashboards, and data visualizations using Angular, Type Script, and an internal design system (35%)
• Build and maintain serverless backend functions in Python and database queries that supply data to the platform (30%)
• Write automated tests, participate in code reviews, and resolve defects under the guidance of senior engineers (15%)
• Assist with cloud infrastructure configuration and deployment pipelines for new features (10%)
• Participate in agile ceremonies, document work, and present completed features to stakeholders (10%)
• Work under the close supervision of a senior engineer while progressing toward independently delivering small, well-defined features

About the Team

The Platform Engineering team builds and maintains an internal engineering platform that helps teams understand cloud cost, security compliance, and operational performance. The team develops web applications, backend services, data pipelines, and cloud deployment capabilities that improve visibility and…