Software Engineer Intern
PayPal
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 27 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- PythonJavaJavaScriptSQLReactNode.js
- Work
- On-site in Chicago · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Nov 5, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Software Engineer Interns at PayPal develop innovative solutions and high-quality products that touch millions of people every day. Engineers solve complex technical challenges in connected payments across multiple business units, including PayPal, Braintree, Venmo, and Paydiant.
Job Description
As a Software Engineer Intern, you will work alongside engineering talent, estimating engineering efforts, designing and implementing solutions, testing and deploying changes, and triaging production issues. You should be dynamic, collaborative, and curious.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, debug, and maintain scalable front-end and/or back-end software using technologies such as Java, Python, Node.js, React, SQL, and REST APIs.
- Write clean, maintainable code; develop and optimize databases; and ensure data integrity and system performance.
- Follow software development life cycle (SDLC) processes, internal standards, coding conventions, and best practices.
- Collaborate with managers, project leads, peers, and cross-functional partners (design, product, business teams) to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
- Participate in code and design reviews and contribute to improving coding standards and development practices.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Experience with at least one programming language, such as Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, or similar.
- Familiarity with software development concepts, including data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and debugging.
- Experience developing projects through coursework, internships, research, or personal projects.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
Internship Program Requirements
- This is a Summer 2027 Internship program.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field at an accredited college or university.
- Must be returning to school in Fall 2027.