American Express: Software Engineer Intern

🔷 About American Express

At American Express, our 175-year legacy of innovation, inclusivity, and leadership empowers us to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of #TeamAmex, you’ll get a platform to learn, innovate, and shape the future—while being backed by one of the most trusted names in the world.

🚀 About the Internship Role

As a Software Engineer Intern, you'll work alongside top engineering minds on impactful projects in an open, collaborative, and inclusive environment. You will have the opportunity to architect, prototype, code, and ship scalable digital experiences and modern platforms that directly impact millions of customers.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to software development tasks including design, prototyping, and coding.

• Debug and troubleshoot components, identifying and resolving issues.

• Participate in modernizing legacy platforms through innovation and new technology adoption.

• Engage with Agile teams and take ownership of key deliverables.

📌 Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of development experience (internships or projects count).

• Hands-on experience with:

  • Java / J2EE, Spring Boot, Microservices

  • RESTful APIs, BPM tools (e.g., Pega, JBPM, Camunda)

• Exposure to frontend stack (bonus): HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, NodeJS

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Maven, JMeter, Docker, OpenShift, SOAPUI.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms: AWS / Azure / GCP.

• Agile methodologies and collaborative development experience.

• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

🎓 Educational Requirements

• Pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• Java Certification is a plus.

💡 What You’ll Gain

• Dedicated learning & development time to explore new technologies.

• Real-world experience working on impactful solutions.

• Support from mentors and experienced professionals.

• Exposure to cutting-edge tools and platforms.

• A supportive culture that values your ideas, voice, and growth.

🌍 Benefits & Culture

• Hybrid/remote working model

• Access to global wellness centers and counseling programs

• Career development resources

• Diverse & inclusive workplace

• Backing from leaders and teammates who champion your success

✨ Equal Opportunity Statement

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds without regard to race, religion, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

📎 Notes

• This is a contractual internship opportunity.

• Offer is subject to successful background verification, as per applicable laws.