Salesforce
2026 Software Engineering Intern (Dublin)
2nd Year, 3rd Year
18 May 2026
Software Engineering
Overview
The Salesforce Software Engineering Internship program provides students with the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects. Interns contribute to product development, learn new technologies, and receive mentorship within a collaborative team environment. The program aims to develop technical skills and introduce interns to the corporate culture at Salesforce.
Salesforce is a global cloud software company best known for its customer relationship management (CRM) platform, which helps businesses manage sales, service, marketing, and data integration. Its platform includes products such as Sales Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and Tableau, and it has expanded through acquisitions including Slack and MuleSoft.
Opens: 23 Jan 2026; Closes: 18 May 2026
This is a full-time, in-person internship lasting approximately 12 weeks during the summer of 2026, based in Salesforce's Dublin office. Interns are embedded within a software development team.
Interns receive a competitive salary. Specific figures are not publicly disclosed but are generally in line with industry standards for tech internships.
Applicants are typically penultimate year university students pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. Strong foundational knowledge in programming languages and data structures is expected. Work authorization for Ireland is required.
The application process generally involves submitting a CV and potentially a cover letter, followed by online technical assessments and multiple rounds of interviews. Interviews typically include technical questions, coding challenges, and behavioural questions.
Salesforce internships are highly competitive due to the company's reputation and generous compensation. The number of intern positions varies by year and team needs, but demand significantly outstrips supply.
A Salesforce internship on a CV demonstrates experience at a leading global technology company, exposure to enterprise-level software development, and proficiency in relevant technical skills. It can significantly enhance career prospects in software engineering.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.