Software Engineer Intern

Electronic Arts (EA)

Nov 15

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Data
Software Engineering
Burnaby

Requirements

Currently pursuing Computer Science or related Software Engineering career
Experience developing software in Java, Scala, or TypeScript
Knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools
Experience and/or understanding of online services (via REST or gRPC)
Experience and/or understand working with cloud technology (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Understanding of networking fundamentals and configurations
Experience and/or understanding of NoSQL and relational databases
Great communication skills: Demonstrated ability to explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to understand and internalize technical concepts and explanations from your teammates
Able to take direction, plan, iterate and then execute against it
Familiarity with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Interest in security and infrastructure as code technologies (e.g., Terraform, Helm)
Must be available for a full-time paid internship in the summer of 2025
We are only considering students who will be enrolled in an accredited degree program in the summer of 2025, slated to graduate no earlier than December 2025
You must be legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis during the 16-week internship
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Responsibilities

You will enhance and add features to existing systems
You will research and select new technologies to meet challenging requirements
You will work with product managers to improve new features to support EA’s business
You will help optimize and scale services to support growing usage across new games
You will develop automation scripts to streamline deployment and maintenance tasks
You will collaborate with peers and partners across many locations to identify and support a shared set of goals and applications
You will communicate with engineers from across the company to deliver the next generation of online features for both established and not-yet-released games

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for a full-time paid position during the summer of 2025, lasting for 16 weeks.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program and slated to graduate no earlier than December 2025.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

No, visa sponsorship is not available for this internship position.

What programming languages are preferred for this role?

Experience in Java, Scala, or TypeScript is preferred for this role.

What types of technologies will interns work with?

Interns will work with online services (REST or gRPC), cloud technology (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and familiarize themselves with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

What skills should candidates possess for this position?

Candidates should have a good understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems, networking fundamentals, NoSQL and relational databases, strong communication skills, and an eagerness to learn.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in British Columbia, with varying locations such as Vancouver or Victoria, depending on the candidate's location.

What is the expected salary range for this internship?

The salary for this position ranges from $65,000 to $70,000 CAD.

Will interns work with other teams?

Yes, interns will collaborate with peers and partners across many locations to identify and support a shared set of goals and applications.

What kind of projects will interns engage in?

Interns will enhance and add features to existing systems, research new technologies, optimize services, develop automation scripts, and improve player-facing services and internal tools.

Electronic Arts (EA)

Entertainment Providers

Technology

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Electronic Arts (EA), is a prominent video game company that specialises in the development and publishing of interactive entertainment software. Their primary focus revolves around creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences across various platforms, including consoles, PC, and mobile devices. EA's overarching goal is to captivate gamers worldwide by producing high-quality games that not only entertain but also connect people through shared digital adventures. They strive to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the gaming industry, continually seeking new ways to engage and delight players while fostering a global gaming community.