Backend Engineer Internships
Backend engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Social Media, and Media & Entertainment, with TikTok, DELSYS, and Rippling among the employers posting roles now.
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Delsys Inc. (www.delsys.com) is the world leader in wearable and non-contact sensor technology for high performance electromyography, biomechanics, and physiology instruments. Since our inception in 1993, we have focused on building a strong interdisciplinary engineering team to solve some of the most intractable challenges for non-invasive biosignal sensing for human performance research and education. We maintain a fully-featured design and production facility, serving a unique portfolio of hardware and software products that support clients and institutions in over 85 countries. Together with our affiliate company Altec Inc. (www.altecresearch.com) we maintain an active portfolio of research programs that leverage the latest advances in computational technologies and sensor solutions to serve a wide variety of industrial, academic, and federal government needs.
Job Description
We are seeking aspiring Software Engineers to join the Product Development Team at Delsys to help develop the core components that comprise the back-end architecture of our signal acquisition and processing software for movement science and human health applications. Our Software Engineers seek to deliver sound and vetted software solutions while making impactful contributions to all elements of our product portfolios.
Preference will be given to those that can demonstrate an aptitude for managing complex projects and have an ability to solve problems independently. Candidates who have developed their own applications, or have directly contributed to one in an impactful way are strongly urged to attach screenshots or submit a link to download the app.
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Design and implement software supporting our core product and portfolios including our body-worn physiological measurement sensors
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Create, integrate, and test new API’s, and software components into our product lines
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Design data management strategies and implement using modern frameworks
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Implement drivers to communication with custom PC peripherals
- Assist in the design and implementation of software solutions that translate proven research concepts into real-world products in the marketplace
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Be currently enrolled in or have recently graduated with an undergraduate or graduate degree in computer engineering, computer science, or similar program
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Be fluent in Java, C#, or C++
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Strong object-oriented design skills
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Have experience with back-end development for Windows or Linux applications
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Experience with wearable technology sensors or real-time data signals is useful but not required
- Must be able to show valid work eligibility
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About Us
Delsys Inc. (www.delsys.com) is the world leader in wearable and non-contact sensor technology for high performance electromyography, biomechanics, and physiology instruments. Since our inception in 1993, we have focused on building a strong interdisciplinary engineering team to solve some of the most intractable challenges for non-invasive biosignal sensing for human performance research and education. We maintain a fully-featured design and production facility, serving a unique portfolio of hardware and software products that support clients and institutions in over 85 countries. Together with our affiliate company Altec Inc. (www.altecresearch.com) we maintain an active portfolio of research programs that leverage the latest advances in computational technologies and sensor solutions to serve a wide variety of industrial, academic, and federal government needs.
Job Description
We are seeking aspiring Software Engineers to join the Product Development Team at Delsys to help develop the core components that comprise the back-end architecture of our signal acquisition and processing software for movement science and human health applications. Our Software Engineers seek to deliver sound and vetted software solutions while making impactful contributions to all elements of our product portfolios.
Preference will be given to those that can demonstrate an aptitude for managing complex projects and have an ability to solve problems independently. Candidates who have developed their own applications, or have directly contributed to one in an impactful way are strongly urged to attach screenshots or submit a link to download the app.
Responsibilities
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Design and implement software supporting our core product and portfolios including our body-worn physiological measurement sensors
-
Create, integrate, and test new API’s, and software components into our product lines
-
Design data management strategies and implement using modern frameworks
-
Implement drivers to communication with custom PC peripherals
- Assist in the design and implementation of software solutions that translate proven research concepts into real-world products in the marketplace
Requirements
Qualifications
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Be currently enrolled in or have recently graduated with an undergraduate or graduate degree in computer engineering, computer science, or similar program
-
Be fluent in Java, C#, or C++
-
Strong object-oriented design skills
-
Have experience with back-end development for Windows or Linux applications
-
Experience with wearable technology sensors or real-time data signals is useful but not required
- Must be able to show valid work eligibility
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Tips for Your Backend Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems urgent
Large employers recruit summer backend engineer interns the preceding fall, with some applications opening in August. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Check listings consistently from early fall onward rather than waiting for a single hiring window to open.
Build a portfolio before you need one
Hiring teams for backend engineer internships want to see what you can build, not just what you have studied. Two or three complete projects on GitHub, each with a clear README describing the problem, the stack you used, and how to run it, give recruiters something to evaluate before they even look at your resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters at fairs often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice coding interviews out loud before you apply
Backend engineer intern screens typically involve data structures and algorithms problems where the interviewer weighs how you think as much as your final answer. Practice talking through your approach step by step before each interview, not just coding silently. Platforms like LeetCode let you work on the actual problem types that appear in these screens.
Target structured internship programs at larger companies
Many larger tech and software companies run formal summer engineering cohorts designed specifically for students new to professional backend development. These programs include structured onboarding, assigned mentors, and defined project tracks. They recruit early and fill fast, so identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave of applications.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the backend engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start sorting through listings. Use the location and work-type filters on Migrate Mate to see only remote, hybrid, or on-site roles so you're not spending time on positions you cannot take.
Backend Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a backend engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A GitHub repository showing real backend work (APIs, databases, or services you built and documented) gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a backend engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is your performance on real work, whether the team has headcount open, and the timing of their return-offer decisions. Treat the internship as an audition, deliver on your assigned projects and ask for feedback early rather than counting on an offer.
When should I apply for backend engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large tech and finance employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.
Are backend engineer internships paid?
Most professional backend engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears in the listing, so check each posting directly for what the role offers rather than relying on general estimates.
What should a backend engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the languages, frameworks, and tools you used, with a link to the code on GitHub or another public repository so reviewers can see the actual implementation. Add relevant coursework, list technical skills clearly, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote backend engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the backend engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Use the work-type filter to see remote and hybrid openings separately from on-site ones.
Can international students get backend engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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