Software Engineer Intern
Company Description
As the world's leader in digital payments technology, Visa's mission is to connect the world through the most creative, reliable and secure payment network - enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. Our advanced global processing network, VisaNet, provides secure and reliable payments around the world, and is capable of handling more than 65,000 transaction messages a second. The company's dedication to innovation drives the rapid growth of connected commerce on any device, and fuels the dream of a cashless future for everyone, everywhere. As the world moves from analog to digital, Visa is applying our brand, products, people, network and scale to reshape the future of commerce.
At Visa, your individuality fits right in. Working here gives you an opportunity to impact the world, invest in your career growth, and be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are a global team of disruptors, trailblazers, innovators and risk-takers who are helping drive economic growth in even the most remote parts of the world, creatively moving the industry forward, and doing meaningful work that brings financial literacy and digital commerce to millions of unbanked and underserved consumers.
You're an Individual. We're the team for you. Together, let's transform the way the world pays.
Job Description
As the world’s largest retail electronic payments network Visa customers trust us with ensuring that they can pay with security and confidence everywhere they want to be.
Software Engineers at Visa look after the systems that form the core of the largest global payments network, allowing consumers and merchants to connect with financial institutions and provide a seamless payment experience. Our mission is to create the next generation of these core systems using the latest technologies to ensure we can maintain this trust going forward and ensure that Visa is ready for the challenges of the future.
When joining our team as an intern, you will have the opportunity to be at the centre of innovation in the payments industry and drive forward the implementation of the future of Visa.
Software Engineering interns may work across development, test and support on cool things like:
Implementation of a single development lifecycle, from Analysis & Design, Build and QA to Security and Deployment.
Support the needs of a new application using technologies like Go, Java, REST Services, Micro Services Databases SQL & NoSQL, Docker, Bitbucket, Unix and Shell Scripting and more.
Develop tools to improve processes.
Qualifications
Visa are a talented team of 15,000 individuals with unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We’re looking for the next generation of Techies - dreamers, disruptors, creatives, and trailblazers - who are fascinated by new technology and want to be empowered to change the way business is done.
Successful candidates can demonstrate that they:
Are a current university student graduating in 2027 or after, and available for an 11-week internship starting in June or July of 2026.
Are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a STEM/technical field.
Have a passion for Software Engineering involving experience with at least one object-oriented language in an academic, personal, or professional context.
Possess a positive attitude, friendly to others, encouraging of co-operation, honesty, and respectfulness in the workplace.
Are willing to develop payments industry knowledge and understanding to enhance solution quality.
Default to a collaborative mindset, with an ability to empathise with colleagues and establish relationships.
Additional Information
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- On-Site Gym
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Happy Hours
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Summer Fridays
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- Company Equity
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Promote From Within
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentor Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)