Development Engineer Internships

Development 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. Openings are concentrated in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, with Amazon, TikTok, and Micron Technology among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAmazon
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type94% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Analog Devices
Algorithm Development Engineer Intern
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Analog Devices
New 13h ago
Algorithm Development Engineer Intern
Analog Devices
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Data Engineering
Data Science
$22 - $41/hr
10,000+

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Micron Technology
Intern - Metrology Process Development Engineer
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Micron Technology
New 15h ago
Intern - Metrology Process Development Engineer
Micron Technology
Boise, Idaho
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
10,000+

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Delta Air Lines
Intern, Research and Development Hardware Design Engineer (Spring 2027)
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Delta Air Lines
New 18h ago
Intern, Research and Development Hardware Design Engineer (Spring 2027)
Delta Air Lines
Atlanta, Georgia
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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MSA Safety
Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Summer 2027)
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MSA Safety
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Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Summer 2027)
MSA Safety
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Support
1,001-5,000

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MSA Safety
Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Spring 2027)
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MSA Safety
Added 3d ago
Co-op: Mechanical Engineer, New Product Development (Spring 2027)
MSA Safety
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Support
1,001-5,000

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Development Engineer Internship Market

Who's Hiring

Amazon
Amazon8 open roles
TikTok
TikTok6 open roles
Micron Technology
Micron Technology4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Electronics & Hardware

Tips for Your Development Engineer Internship Search

Apply earlier than your classmates do

Large employers open summer development engineer internship applications the preceding fall, often in August or September, and close them months before the role starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to the start date. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting until spring.

Build proof before you need it

Intern hiring teams cannot rely on your work history, so give them something concrete: two or three documented projects with the tools used and a link to the output. For development engineer candidates, that means a code repository, a CAD or design file, a working prototype, or a published test report, whatever shows you can do the work.

Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time

Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts, they rarely appear at fairs. Running both channels widens the pool you reach.

Practice the actual development engineer intern screen out loud

Development engineer intern interviews typically involve a technical screen focused on engineering fundamentals, systems reasoning, or applied problem-solving, depending on the specialty. Practice by working through problems out loud rather than silently, interviewers weigh your reasoning process as much as the final answer, and narrating your approach is a skill that improves with repetition.

Target structured internship programs and apply in the first wave

Many larger employers run cohort-based or rotational engineering internship programs designed for people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have defined application windows. Identify the programs that fit your discipline, note their opening dates, and submit in the first wave rather than waiting to see if you hear back from other applications.

Set your work-type filter before you start

On-site roles are 94% of the development engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you cannot take. Applying to a focused list of roles that actually fit your situation is more effective than casting wide and hoping.

Development Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a development engineer internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A portfolio of documented projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess: linked code repositories, design files, or test results show what you can actually build. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a development 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 performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and whether the employer's return-offer window aligns with your graduation. Position yourself by treating every project deliverable seriously and clarifying expectations early, while keeping your full-time search active in parallel.

When should I apply for development engineer internships?

Earlier than most students expect. Large employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September, and close them before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to the actual start date, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the strongest shot.

Are development engineer internships paid?

Most professional development engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so you can compare opportunities before you apply. Unpaid internships exist mainly in certain nonprofit and research settings, and they are the exception rather than the norm.

What should a development engineer resume include?

Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For each, name the tools and methods used and link directly to the output: a code repository, a CAD model, a published analysis, or a design portfolio. Add relevant coursework in a dedicated section. Keep the resume to one page, intern hiring managers scan quickly, and brevity signals focus.

Are there remote development engineer internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 6% of the development engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract applicants from outside the local area, so apply early once you decide remote is right for you. Filter by work type before you start so you only spend time on roles you can actually take.

Can international students get development 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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