Software Engineer, Intern

This is a full-time, in-person internship typically running for 12 weeks during the summer months at Stripe's London office. Interns are expected to work standard business hours.

Interns receive a competitive salary. Specific figures are not publicly disclosed but align with industry standards for software engineering internships at leading tech companies.

This internship is generally open to students pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, who are returning to university after the internship. Strong programming skills and foundational knowledge in algorithms and data structures are typically required. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The application process usually involves an initial online application, followed by technical assessments (coding challenges), and then multiple rounds of technical interviews focusing on data structures, algorithms, and system design. Some roles may also include a behavioural interview.

Given Stripe's reputation as a leading technology company, the Software Engineer Internship is highly competitive, attracting a large pool of applicants from top universities. While exact cohort sizes vary, it is a selective programme.

An internship at Stripe provides invaluable experience working on complex, real-world problems with a highly respected tech company. It significantly enhances a student's technical skills, professional network, and CV, making them a strong candidate for future roles in the software engineering industry.