Software Engineer Intern (Core Engineering) - Fall 2025

Snowflake

1mo ago

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Data
Software Engineering
Bellevue
Remote

AI generated summary

You must be enrolled in an accredited program, have coursework in algorithms and data structures, strong programming skills in C++ or Java, and experience with big data.
You will contribute to building AI Data Cloud solutions, work on challenging projects, collaborate with experts, and gain experience in software development, data processing, and cloud technologies.

Requirements

Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college/university program during the time of the internship
Desired class level: 3rd/4th year Undergraduates, Masters, or PhD
Desired majors: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related field
Required coursework: algorithms, data structures, Object-oriented programming
Recommended coursework: cloud computing, compilers, database systems, distributed systems, operating systems, cryptography & authentication, networking
Bonus experience: research or publications in databases or distributed systems, and contributions to open source
Experience working with big data (engineering / processing) and data migration
When: Fall 2025
Eligible start date options: August 15, September 12
Eligible end date options: November 7, December 19
Duration: 12 week minimum, 16 weeks recommended (12 month maximum)
Excellent programming skills in C++ or Java
Preferred knowledge of C++20 or C++17, Java 20 or Java 17
Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Systems programming skills including multi-threading, concurrency, etc.
Strong problem solving and ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment
Experience with working as a part of a team
Dedication and passion for technology

Responsibilities

Build the future of the AI Data Cloud.
Join the Snowflake team.
Snowflake started with a clear vision: develop a cloud data platform that is effective, affordable, and accessible to all data users. Snowflake developed an innovative new product with a built-for-the-cloud architecture that combines the power of data warehousing, the flexibility of big data platforms, and the elasticity of the cloud at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions. We are now a global, world-class organization with offices in more than a dozen countries and serving many more.
We’re looking for dedicated students who share our passion for ground-breaking technology and want to create a lasting future for you and Snowflake.
What We Offer:
Paid, full-time internships in the heart of the software industry
Post-internship career opportunities (full-time and/or additional internships)
Exposure to a fast-paced, fun and inclusive culture
A chance to work with world-class experts on challenging projects
Opportunity to provide meaningful contributions to a real system used by customers
High level of access to supervisors (manager and mentor), detailed direction without micromanagement, feedback throughout your internship, and a final evaluation
Stuff that matters: treated as a member of the Snowflake team, included in company meetings/activities, flexible hours, casual dress code, accommodations to work from home, swag and much more
When return to office in effect, catered lunches, access to gaming consoles, recreational games, happy hours, company outings, and more
What We Expect:
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college/university program during the time of the internship
Desired class level: 3rd/4th year Undergraduates, Masters, or PhD
Desired majors: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related field
Required coursework: algorithms, data structures, Object-oriented programming
Recommended coursework: cloud computing, compilers, database systems, distributed systems, operating systems, cryptography & authentication, networking
Bonus experience: research or publications in databases or distributed systems, and contributions to open source
Experience working with big data (engineering / processing) and data migration
When: Fall 2025
Eligible start date options: August 15, September 12
Eligible end date options: November 7, December 19
Duration: 12 week minimum, 16 weeks recommended (12 month maximum)
Excellent programming skills in C++ or Java
Preferred knowledge of C++20 or C++17, Java 20 or Java 17
Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Systems programming skills including multi-threading, concurrency, etc.
Strong problem solving and ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment
Experience with working as a part of a team
Dedication and passion for technology
What You Will Learn/Gain:
How to build enterprise grade, reliable, and trustworthy software/services
Exposure to SQL or other database technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop)
Understanding of database internals, large-scale data processing, transaction processing, distributed systems, and data warehouse design
Implementation, testing of features in query compilation, compiler design, query execution
Experience working with cloud infrastructure, AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud in particular
Learning about cutting edge database technology and research
Possible Teams/Work Focus Areas:
Various areas of our Product Platform (Billing & Monetization, Application Collaboration Frameworks, Database Security, Privacy, and Governance, etc..), our Data Platform (Data Pipelines & Streaming, Metadata, Storage & Data Lake, etc..), and our Service Runtime (Inc’l Snowpark & SnowPandas, Container Services, etc..)
High performance large-scale data processing
Large-scale distributed systems
Software-as-a-Service platform
Software frameworks for stability and performance testing
Snowflake is growing fast, and we’re scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.
How do you want to make your impact?
Snowflake is growing fast, and we’re scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.
How do you want to make your impact?
For jobs located in the United States, please visit the job posting on the Snowflake Careers Site for salary and benefits information: careers.snowflake.com
The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:
The estimated pay range for this role is $42.00 - $60.00 per hour.
The successful candidate’s starting hourly rate will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; flexible spending & health savings account; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship has a minimum duration of 12 weeks, with 16 weeks recommended and a maximum of 12 months.

What are the eligible dates for starting the internship?

The eligible start date options for the internship are August 15 and September 12.

What class levels are preferred for applicants?

We prefer applicants who are 3rd or 4th year Undergraduates, Masters, or PhD students.

What majors are considered for this internship position?

Desired majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, or a related field.

What programming skills are required for this role?

Excellent programming skills in C++ or Java are required, with preferred knowledge of C++20 or C++17, Java 20 or Java 17.

What coursework is recommended for applicants?

Recommended coursework includes cloud computing, compilers, database systems, distributed systems, operating systems, and cryptography & authentication.

Is there an opportunity to convert the internship into a full-time job?

Yes, there are post-internship career opportunities available, including the potential for full-time positions and/or additional internships.

What are the main responsibilities included in this internship?

Interns will engage in building enterprise-grade software/services, support database technologies, and work on high-performance large-scale data processing and distributed systems.

How will my contributions be recognized during the internship?

Interns are treated as members of the Snowflake team and included in meetings and activities, receiving feedback throughout the internship along with a final evaluation.

Are there any preferred experiences mentioned for applicants?

Yes, preferred experiences include research or publications in databases or distributed systems and contributions to open source, as well as experience working with big data.

What skills are valued in terms of problem-solving for this internship?

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment are highly valued.

What kind of benefits does this internship offer?

The intern may receive a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with flexible spending and health savings accounts and an employee assistance program.

How will the compensation for this internship be determined?

The starting hourly rate for this role will be determined based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location, with an estimated range of $42.00 - $60.00 per hour.

Snowflake

Snowflake delivers the Data Cloud — mobilize your data with near-unlimited scale and performance.

Technology

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

2012

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Snowflake delivers the Data Cloud — a global network where thousands of organizations mobilize data with near-unlimited scale, concurrency, and performance. Inside the Data Cloud, organizations unite their siloed data, easily discover and securely share governed data, and execute diverse analytic workloads. Wherever data or users live, Snowflake delivers a single and seamless experience across multiple public clouds. Snowflake’s platform is the engine that powers and provides access to the Data Cloud, creating a solution for data warehousing, data lakes, data engineering, data science, data application development, and data sharing. Join Snowflake customers, partners, and data providers already taking their businesses to new frontiers in the Data Cloud.

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