Engineering Intern – Spring 2026

About Cadent

Cadent stands at the nexus of media innovation, meticulously igniting seamless connections between brands, publishers, and consumers. Our advanced predictive AI orchestrates unparalleled outcomes across every platform, media type, and stage of the customer journey. We empower our clients to achieve their goals with precision and scale, continually pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the dynamic media landscape. Discover more about our vision at Cadent.com.

The Opportunity: Engineering Intern

Are you a highly motivated and intellectually curious aspiring engineer eager to make a tangible impact on cutting-edge media technology? Cadent invites passionate Engineering Interns to join our vibrant team for an immersive Spring term, commencing March 2, 2026, and concluding on May 8, 2026. This dynamic internship program is meticulously crafted to offer hands-on experience across diverse and critical technical domains within our organization.

As an Engineering Intern at Cadent, you won’t just be observing; you’ll be actively contributing! You’ll collaborate closely with our seasoned engineers, gaining invaluable exposure to modern development practices and contributing directly to high-impact systems that power our production environments. We are committed to matching you to projects that align with your technical interests, skill sets, and our evolving business needs, ensuring a truly enriching and educational experience.

What You’ll Be Doing (Responsibilities may include):

• Diving into the full software development lifecycle, from contributing to the design and development of innovative software applications to rigorous testing and seamless deployment.
• Crafting and enhancing intuitive user-facing features, leveraging modern frontend frameworks such as React to deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Building and maintaining robust backend services and resilient APIs, utilizing powerful languages like Java and/or Python.
• Assisting with crucial data analysis, developing efficient data pipelines, or designing compelling experimentation to inform product strategy and drive key business decisions.
• Supporting our scalable cloud infrastructure, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, implementing advanced monitoring solutions, and driving automation efforts within our GCP (Google Cloud Platform) environment.
• Ensuring software excellence by writing, executing, and meticulously maintaining comprehensive test plans, detailed test cases, and sophisticated automated tests.
• Sharpening your debugging skills, participating in thorough code reviews, and actively engaging in agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups and sprint planning.
• Fostering cross-functional collaboration, working seamlessly with fellow engineers, product managers, and various stakeholders to bring ideas to life.

Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications):

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related technical discipline.
• A genuine passion for and demonstrated interest in one or more of our core technical areas: frontend development, backend systems, data science, DevOps, or quality assurance.
• Familiarity with at least one key programming language such as Java or Python, or hands-on experience with frontend technologies like JavaScript and React.
• A foundational understanding of essential software development concepts, including APIs, databases, and version control systems.
• Exposure to cloud platforms, modern data tools, or testing frameworks is a valuable bonus, but not a strict requirement – we’re eager to teach and support your growth!
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with an insatiable willingness to learn, adapt, and innovate in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, capable of thriving in a dynamic team setting.
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week for the entire internship duration from March 2, 2026, to May 8, 2026.

Compensation:

The hourly pay rate for this Engineering Intern position ranges from USD $20.00 – USD $25.00 per hour.

Ready to Connect?

If you are excited to be at the leading edge of media technology and contribute to a company that’s redefining the industry, we encourage you to reach out today! Let’s start a conversation about how your talents can grow with Cadent and help shape the future of media.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Cadent is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where every employee feels valued and empowered. Our unwavering policy ensures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual identity or orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability or medical condition (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic information, marital status (including domestic partnerships and civil unions), pregnancy, culture ancestry, familial or caregiver status, military status, veteran status, socioeconomic status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by law. This commitment is honored in all aspects of employment, including hiring, recruiting, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, transfers, and terminations.

At Cadent, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation. We actively seek to engage with employees from a wide variety of cultures and to connect with our clients in unique and impactful ways. Our workforce thrives on generational diversity, recognizing that maximizing representation across all forms of diversity leads to greater creativity and groundbreaking solutions. Our active employee resource groups are instrumental in promoting engagement and a sense of belonging among all individuals represented within our company and externally.