Software Engineer, Intern

Visa

Foster City, CAFresher3h agovia LinkedIn

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
Must know
DockerKubernetesNLPData structures & algorithmsCybersecurity
Nice to have
PythonJavaJavaScriptC++
Work
On-site in Foster City · internship
Pay
$46–$55 an hour
Skill demand
Data structures & algorithms28%Docker13%Kubernetes10%NLP1%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Oct 27, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

Visa’s Internship Program offers a 12-week immersive experience where you’ll work on impactful projects that advance Visa’s mission. As a Visa intern, you’ll build meaningful connections, strengthen your communication and business skills, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, global environment. You’ll have access to interactive workshops and learning sessions designed to build expertise, expand industry knowledge, and elevate your professional skills. You’ll not only learn, you’ll contribute, collaborate, and innovate. Beyond professional development, enjoy social events that foster community and connection. The program culminates in a final presentation, where you’ll share your project achievements and recommendations with Visa leaders—a chance to demonstrate impact and growth.

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will contribute to Visa's technology teams by taking on meaningful work aligned with your passions and career goals.

Job Duties and Projects May Include

  • Self-serve deployment of Kafka clusters using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Developing a natural language Chatbot for knowledge base searches
  • Prototyping solutions for automated payments at gas stations
  • Automating processes using low latency algorithms
  • Enhancing Visa Checkout usability across platforms
  • Creating testing tools to identify system errors
  • Building visual monitoring tools to detect transactional issues
  • Designing, coding, and testing software solutions for routing digital currency transactions
  • Developing an app factory for mobile banking apps
  • Supporting full software lifecycle activities and learning secure coding practices

Work Environment

  • Visa requires at least 3 days in office; expectations will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
  • This position will be performed in an office setting.
  • The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
  • Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, CIS/MIS, Cybersecurity, Business or a related field
  • Graduating December 2027 – August 2028
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency in one or more languages: Java, C/C++, C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript, HTML
  • Experience with automation/testing tools such as Selenium, REST, Python, Groovy
  • Familiarity with software testing principles
  • Strong understanding of software engineering concepts and methodologies
  • Ability to document processes and perform analysis
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to lead and handle ambiguity effectively
  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
  • Motivated, resourceful, and focused on achieving results

For U.S. Applicants

  • The estimated hourly range for this position is $46.00 to $55.00.
  • Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
  • Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.

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