Software Engineer Intern - Berlin (2027)

Snowflake

InternshipGerman needed: none

Still open on 1 Nov

You apply on the company's own website.

Key facts

What You Will Learn & Gain

How to build enterprise-grade, reliable, and secure cloud software and services.
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge database internals, large-scale distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Practical knowledge in compiler design, query execution, streaming pipelines, and advanced SQL features.
Colleague mentorship and collaborative problem-solving experience in a modern tech stack (C++, Java).

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university program during the time of the internship (from 3rd year Bachelor up to Master's or PhD levels) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Math, or a related technical field.
Duration: 4 month minimum, 6 months recommended, up to 12 months supported, start date flexible
Target start dates: February 2027 and onward
Foundational knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and operating systems.
Programming experience in C++ or Java, and familiarity with systems programming concepts (e.g., multi-threading, concurrency).
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and solve problems creatively.
Fluent written and spoken English skills.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have, Not Required):

Coursework or familiarity with database systems, distributed systems, cloud computing, or compilers.
Experience or interest in big data engineering, data processing, or geospatial features.
Contributions to open-source projects, research experience, or publications in databases/distributed systems.

Why Join Us? What We Offer We cultivate an inclusive, welcoming, and empowering environment where every intern is set up for success from day one:

Dedicated Mentorship & Support: High level of access to your manager and a personal mentor who provide guidance, constructive feedback, and continuous support without micromanagement.
Real Impact & Ownership: Work alongside world-class experts on meaningful, real-world projects that contribute directly to systems used by global customers.
Inclusive Culture & Flexibility: Work in a vibrant team with flexible working hours, work-from-home options, casual dress code, and an inclusive, community-focused startup culture.
Career Growth: Clear pathways for post-internship career opportunities, including full-time roles and additional internship options.
Perks & Community: Paid full-time internship, catered lunches, team outings, happy hours, access to gaming consoles, recreational games, employee resource groups, and great swag.

What You Will Learn & Gain

How to build enterprise-grade, reliable, and secure cloud software and services.
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge database internals, large-scale distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Practical knowledge in compiler design, query execution, streaming pipelines, and advanced SQL features.
Colleague mentorship and collaborative problem-solving experience in a modern tech stack (C++, Java).

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university program during the time of the internship (from 3rd year Bachelor up to Master's or PhD levels) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Math, or a related technical field.
Duration: 4 month minimum, 6 months recommended, up to 12 months supported, start date flexible
Target start dates: February 2027 and onward
Foundational knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and operating systems.
Programming experience in C++ or Java, and familiarity with systems programming concepts (e.g., multi-threading, concurrency).
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and solve problems creatively.
Fluent written and spoken English skills.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have, Not Required):

Coursework or familiarity with database systems, distributed systems, cloud computing, or compilers.
Experience or interest in big data engineering, data processing, or geospatial features.
Contributions to open-source projects, research experience, or publications in databases/distributed systems.

Why Join Us? What We Offer We cultivate an inclusive, welcoming, and empowering environment where every intern is set up for success from day one:

Dedicated Mentorship & Support: High level of access to your manager and a personal mentor who provide guidance, constructive feedback, and continuous support without micromanagement.
Real Impact & Ownership: Work alongside world-class experts on meaningful, real-world projects that contribute directly to systems used by global customers.
Inclusive Culture & Flexibility: Work in a vibrant team with flexible working hours, work-from-home options, casual dress code, and an inclusive, community-focused startup culture.
Career Growth: Clear pathways for post-internship career opportunities, including full-time roles and additional internship options.
Perks & Community: Paid full-time internship, catered lunches, team outings, happy hours, access to gaming consoles, recreational games, employee resource groups, and great swag.