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2025 Software Engineering UberSTAR Internship, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Uber

16d ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Seattle

Requirements

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. (If you are not pursuing a degree at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, please apply here
  • Must have completed an introductory Computer Science course
  • Must be a first or second year student at the time of application. Students transferring from a community college into a four-year program are eligible to apply
  • Have basic programming experience in one or more application or systems languages (Go, Python, Ruby, Java, C/C++, etc.)
  • Proven software engineering experience through previous internships, work experience, coding competitions, and/or publications
  • Experience building tools/infrastructure
  • A desire to be part of a team that delivers impactful results every day
  • A dedication to writing understandable, maintainable, and reusable software
  • A desire to deliver and a strong sense of accountability for your work
  • Willingness to learn new languages and methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Work with your manager and mentor to drive exciting, ambiguous, previously unsolved projects from end to end.
  • Design, develop, and/or test software applications using company technology stack.
  • Apply technical knowledge to evaluate complex data, development, or projects in order to resolve technical issues.
  • Build software components to be integrated into a fully functional software system.
  • Be motivated to own projects and push them forward with independence.

FAQs

What is the purpose of the UberSTAR internship program?

The UberSTAR internship program is designed to promote equal opportunity, inclusion, and access in tech by encouraging applications from women and underrepresented groups, including Black, Hispanic, Native American, students with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans.

Who is eligible to apply for the internship?

The internship is open to all first or second year students enrolled full-time at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, regardless of race, gender, or ethnicity. Students transferring from a community college into a four-year program are also eligible.

What are the basic qualifications needed for this internship?

Candidates must be actively pursuing a Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, have completed an introductory Computer Science course, be a first or second year student during application, and have basic programming experience in one or more application or systems languages (e.g., Go, Python, Ruby, Java, C/C++).

What kind of projects will interns work on?

Interns will work with their manager and mentor to drive exciting, ambiguous, and previously unsolved projects from end to end, which includes designing, developing, and/or testing software applications using the company technology stack.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Preferred qualifications include proven software engineering experience through internships, work experience, coding competitions, or publications, experience building tools/infrastructure, a desire to be part of a team delivering impactful results, a dedication to writing maintainable software, and a willingness to learn new languages and methodologies.

Is the internship paid?

Yes, the UberSTAR internship is a paid student internship program.

What support will interns receive during the program?

Interns will have the opportunity to work closely with a manager and mentor, providing guidance and support as they drive their projects forward with independence.

How can I apply if I'm not a student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?

If you are not currently pursuing a degree at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a different application link is provided specifically for those candidates to apply.

Will I have the opportunity to learn new skills during the internship?

Yes, the internship emphasizes learning by doing, and interns are encouraged to develop real-world skills, experiences, and professional networks necessary for success in the tech industry.

Uber

We reimagine the way the world moves for the better.

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Uber. The go-getters. The kind of people who are relentless about our mission to help people go anywhere and get anything and earn their way. Movement is what we power. It’s our lifeblood. It runs through our veins. It’s what gets us out of bed each morning. It pushes us to constantly reimagine how we can move better. For you. For all the places you want to go. For all the things you want to get. For all the ways you want to earn. Across the entire world. In real time. At the incredible speed of now. The idea for Uber was born on a snowy night in Paris in 2008, and ever since then our DNA of reimagination and reinvention carries on. We’ve grown into a global platform powering flexible earnings and the movement of people and things in ever expanding ways. We’ve gone from connecting rides on 4 wheels to 2 wheels to 18-wheel freight deliveries. From takeout meals to daily essentials to prescription drugs to just about anything you need at any time and earning your way. From drivers with background checks to real-time verification, safety is a top priority every single day. At Uber, the pursuit of reimagination is never finished, never stops, and is always just beginning.

Culture & Values

  • Go get it

    Bring the mindset of a champion. Our ambition is what drives us to achieve our mission. How we define a champion mindset isn’t based on how we perform on our best days, it’s how we respond on the worst days. We hustle, embrace the grind, overcome adversity, and play to win for the people we serve. Because it matters.

  • Trip obsessed

    Make magic in the marketplace. The trip is where the marketplace comes to life. The earner, rider, eater, carrier and merchant are the people who connect in our marketplace - and we see every side. This requires judgment to make difficult trade-offs, blending algorithms with human ingenuity, and the ability to create simplicity from complexity. When we get the balance right for everyone, Uber magic happens.

  • Build with heart

    We care. We work at Uber because our products profoundly affect lives and we care deeply about our impact. Putting ourselves in the shoes of the people who connect in our marketplace helps us build better products that positively impact our communities and partners. Our care drives us to perfect our craft.

  • Stand for safety

    Safety never stops. We embed safety into everything we do. Our relentless pursuit to make Uber safer for everyone using our platform will continue to make us an industry leader for safety. We know the work of safety never stops, yet we can and will challenge ourselves to always be better for the communities we serve.

  • See the forest and the trees

    Know the details that matter. Building for the intersection of the physical and digital worlds at global scale requires seeing the big picture and the details. Knowing the important details can change the approach, and small improvements can compound into enormous impact over time.

  • One Uber

    Bet on something bigger. It’s powerful to be a part of something bigger than any one of us, or any one team. That’s why we work together to do what’s best for Uber, not the individual or team. We actively support our teammates, and they support us - especially when we hit the inevitable bumps in the road. We say what we mean, disagree and commit, and celebrate our progress, together.

  • Great minds don't think alike

    Diversity makes us stronger. We seek out diversity. Diversity of ideas. Identity. Ethnicity. Experience. Education. The more diverse we become, the more we can adapt and ultimately achieve our mission. When we reflect the incredible diversity of the people who connect on our platform, we make better decisions that benefit the world.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare

  • Flexible Work

  • Uniquely Uber

  • Health & Wellness