Software Development Engineer Intern Jobs in Chula Vista, CA

To qualify for US internships, you must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program with an expected graduation date after the internship/co-op ends. If you do not meet this requirement, we invite you to explore other opportunities available on our careers website.

Intuit internships are 12 weeks throughout the summer. We have fixed start and end dates that are designed to work with various universities’ academic calendars.

• Cohort 1: Monday, May 17 - Friday, August 6, 2027 (12 weeks)
• Cohort 2: Monday, June 14 - Friday September 3, 2027 (12 weeks)

About our Emerging Talent Program: 

Intuit invests in Emerging Talent because fresh perspectives strengthen our products and teams. The program is backed by a culture that values curiosity and collaboration, and you'll be supported by dedicated managers and mentors who are invested in your growth. As an intern or co-op, you'll work on meaningful projects with business impact, many centered on AI and emerging technologies, and contribute to driving  decisions. You'll build skills through function-specific learning opportunities, connect with a global community of interns and co-ops through dedicated programming and social events, and get exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional work across Intuit's product ecosystem. Learn more about our Intern and Co-op Program here.

As a Software Engineer Intern, you’ll help build solutions that transform how millions of consumers and small businesses manage their finances across cloud, platform, mobile, and SaaS environments. We’re cultivating a culture that values innovators, risk-takers, and imaginative thinkers, and we embrace experimentation and rapid prototyping to turn ideas into real impact. Along the way, you’ll collaborate with peers and mentors, gain hands-on experience applying best practices in software development, and build the skills to launch a rewarding career in tech.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications and systems.
• Contribute to code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Participate in debugging and resolving software defects.
• Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support the deployment and maintenance of software

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a degree-seeking program (associate’s, bachelor's, master's, MBA, PhD, or the equivalent) with an expected graduation date after the internship ends
• Familiarity with AI tools and a curiosity about how AI can be applied to solve real-world problems
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for the duration of the internship
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment at an Intuit office location determined by your team and role (Relocation stipend will be provided)
• Familiarity with both frontend and backend development
• Ability to work effectively with developers and designers, discussing application and API architectures
• Ability to work with Scrum teams
• Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jenkins, or Travis
• Solid understanding of object-oriented design and fundamental programming concepts.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and the software development lifecycle
• A "self-starter" attitude with the ability to take initiative and make independent decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a history of successfully delivering on assigned tasks.
• Desire to learn and grow within a technical environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs (see more about our compensation and benefits at Intuit®: Careers | Benefits). Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.