Software Development Engineer Intern, Student Veteran Opportunity

Amazon is offering a unique Software Development Engineer internship opportunity specifically for U.S. military veterans, reservists, National Guard members, and military spouses. This 12-week, full-time internship program runs from May-June 2025, primarily based in the Seattle/Bellevue area with opportunities across various U.S. locations.

As an intern, you'll be integrated into Amazon's engineering teams, working on real projects that impact millions of customers. You'll be paired with both a manager and mentor, focusing on complex technical challenges in areas like distributed systems, data mining, automation, and scalability. The role offers hands-on experience with Amazon's cutting-edge technologies, including AWS, and provides opportunities to contribute to mission-critical projects.

The internship emphasizes both technical and professional growth, offering networking opportunities and activities with other interns. Amazon's culture of innovation and customer obsession provides an ideal learning environment for aspiring software engineers. The company's scale and technological diversity mean you'll gain exposure to various technologies and learn how to build solutions that operate at unprecedented scale.

Compensation is competitive, ranging from $99,500 to $200,000 annually based on location, with additional benefits including equity opportunities, medical coverage, and other comprehensive benefits. This program is particularly valuable for veterans transitioning into tech careers, combining military leadership experience with Amazon's technical expertise.

The role requires strong programming skills, particularly in languages like Java, C++, or C#, and a background in computer science or related fields. Successful candidates will demonstrate both technical capability and alignment with Amazon's leadership principles, particularly customer obsession and ownership.