Spotify
2026 Summer Internship, Engineering & Data Science
1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year
5 Feb 2026
Software Engineering
Overview
The Spotify Summer Internship is a structured program designed for university students to gain practical experience within a leading technology company. Interns collaborate with experienced teams, contributing to engineering and data science initiatives that directly impact Spotify's global platform and user experience. This program aims to develop technical skills and provide insight into a career in the tech industry.
Opens: 22 Jan 2026; Closes: 05 Feb 2026
This likely involves a 10-12 week full-time placement, typically in the summer, at Spotify's London offices.
Spotify internships are generally well-compensated, competitive with other major tech companies, and often include benefits such as relocation assistance.
Typically, applicants are current university students pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, or related technical fields, with strong academic records and relevant project experience. While specific year groups vary, it generally targets students who will be returning to university after the internship.
The application process usually involves an online application with a CV, followed by technical assessments (coding challenges), and several rounds of interviews focusing on technical skills and behavioural aspects. Cover letters may also be requested.
Spotify's internships are highly competitive, attracting a large number of applications globally for a limited number of positions each year.
A Spotify internship provides valuable industry experience, enhances technical skills, and offers networking opportunities within a renowned technology company, significantly boosting a student's CV for future tech roles.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.