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Backend Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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Mercury

6d ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Canada, +1
    Remote

Requirements

  • Be interested in continually honing their craft.
  • Have curiosity and be willing to share their perspective.
  • Appreciate quality in their work and that of others.
  • Communicate well, and be able to write clear explanations of their reasoning on technical decisions.
  • Backend Engineering Interns should have experience using the Haskell programming language, or a strong desire to learn it, and have some familiarity with SQL.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with data analysts to spec and build features that draw new customers to our product.
  • Provide a backend to our mobile and web frontends, to do things like search transactions or send wire transfers.
  • Build admin tools to increase the efficiency of day-to-day support operations, like identifying fraudulent customers or managing accounts.
  • Integrate with third-party APIs, to do things like send checks or validate SWIFT codes.

FAQs

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this is a paid internship with an hourly rate of $55 for candidates based in the US and CAD 55 for candidates based in Canada.

What programming languages will I be working with during the internship?

You will primarily be working with TypeScript and/or Haskell, with a strong emphasis on learning Haskell if you are not already familiar with it.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts between 12-16 weeks during the summer months, from May to September 2025.

Can I apply if I am not currently enrolled in an academic program?

The internship is intended for individuals enrolled in an academic program. However, individuals not currently enrolled are encouraged to apply for any of the full-time openings available.

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is February 7th, 2025.

Will I receive mentorship during the internship?

Yes, you will receive mentorship from experienced engineers throughout your internship.

What kind of work will I be doing as a Backend Engineering Intern?

As a Backend Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with data analysts, build features for our product, provide backend support for mobile and web frontends, create admin tools, and integrate with third-party APIs.

Is previous experience with SQL required for this internship?

Some familiarity with SQL is preferred, but a strong desire to learn is equally valued.

Will I be working on real projects that impact the company?

Yes, you will be contributing to real projects that serve over 100,000 businesses.

How should I apply for the internship?

Please apply only to the single intern position that best aligns with your qualifications and interests.

Your Vision, Our Duty.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions. We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.