Software Engineering Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineering Intern

Specialty/Competency: Software Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Travel Requirements: Up to 80%

About PwC and the Role

At PwC, our software and product innovation teams are dedicated to developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. We combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions that drive digital transformation and enhance business performance.

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will immerse yourself in this dynamic world, contributing to the development and enhancement of cutting-edge applications. This role emphasizes learning and gaining exposure to PwC’s practices, allowing you to observe professional work environments and develop your personal brand. You will be a reliable, contributing member of a team, driven by curiosity, and will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity for learning and growth, and you are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients.

The Opportunity

This internship offers a unique chance to build your skills in software development, project planning, and client management, laying the foundation for a rewarding career in software engineering. You will engage with client support teams, gaining exposure to real-world challenges and learning to apply your software engineering skills to create impactful solutions. In a fast-paced and supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of programming languages and development platforms.

Key Responsibilities

As a Software Engineering Intern, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting software development projects by participating in coding, testing, and debugging activities.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of software solutions using programming languages such as Java, C#, and Python.
• Collaborating with team members to gather and analyze business requirements for software projects.
• Engaging in application development tasks.
• Contributing to the improvement of business processes through software solutions and automation.
• Participating in software project planning and management activities to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Utilizing tools for user interface design and development.
• Learning and applying software development methodologies and coding standards to maintain code quality.
• Assisting in troubleshooting and resolving software issues to enhance application performance.
• Observing and learning from experienced team members to gain exposure to software engineering practices and methodologies.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experiences

To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate:

• A learning mindset and ownership for your own development.
• Appreciation for diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Habits that sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Ability to actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• A proactive approach to seeking, reflecting on, acting on, and giving feedback.
• Skill in gathering information from a range of sources to analyze facts and discern patterns.
• Commitment to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Willingness to learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g., specific PwC guidance), uphold the Firm’s code of conduct and independence requirements.

What You Must Have (Required Qualifications)

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor’s degree.
• Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.
• Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student’s final year of school.
• Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student’s final year of school.

What Sets You Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Computer and Data Engineering, Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems/Technology, Machine Learning, Management Information Systems, Software Engineering.
• Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA.
• Experience or interest in leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working, and deliver distinctive outcomes.
• Demonstrating proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++.
• Excellence in software development methodologies and application development.
• Participation in software project management and solution architecture.
• Engagement in business process improvement and teamwork initiatives.

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 – $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

Additional Information

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry-level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.