The Software Development Engineer (SDE) intern role at Amazon focuses on solving real customer problems through innovative technology. Interns will work in a collaborative team environment, using modern technology to create impactful products and services. This full-time internship requires in-person work for 12 weeks during the summer of 2027, with potential opportunities in winter and fall. Interns will gain hands-on experience and mentorship while contributing to meaningful projects that influence millions of customers worldwide.

• Candidates must be 18 years of age or older.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields.
• Experience with at least one general-purpose programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, Go, Rust, or TypeScript is required.
• Candidates should have experience with data structure implementation, basic algorithm development, and/or object-oriented design principles.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools in academic or professional settings is necessary.
• Applicants must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and commit to a maximum of a 12-week internship.
• Expected degree conferral date must be between October 2027 and September 2029.
• Candidates should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes.
• Experience from previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle, including design, development, test, build, and deployment processes is required.

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to design, build, and operate innovative products and services.
• Break down complex, ambiguous problems into well-defined, solvable components before implementation.
• Contribute to the design and development of scalable, reliable services.
• Participate in code reviews as a core engineering practice, providing constructive feedback.
• Contribute to clear and accurate technical documentation.
• Use GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
• Work in an agile environment practicing CI/CD principles.
• Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues.

• Employees at Amazon are often offered comprehensive health benefits—including multiple medical plan options (no pre-existing condition exclusions, 100% covered in-network preventive care), dental and vision plans, a 24/7 medical advice line from day one, expert second-opinion services, and broad mental-health support with several free counseling sessions (including pediatric). Financial wellness typically includes a 401(k) with company match (up to 2%), Restricted Stock Units (equity), FSAs, an emergency savings program, product and partner discounts, and even college-savings and home-purchase programs. Overall, the package is designed to support employees and their families’ health, finances, and day-to-day life.