Software Intern at Canon USA in Irvine, CA

Summary: Canon, U. S. A., Inc. is currently hiring for the 2026 Canon Insights Internship Program. This internship offers undergraduate students hands-on work experience by participating in significant work projects, training, meetings, and presentations, while contributing to Canon's business and goals. Responsibilities: - Assist in developing software components that integrate with backend web services to enable new workflows and recommendations - Collaborate closely with a mentor engineer to explore new insights and innovative applications - Contribute to both front-end and back-end development, including middleware layers, and work on proof-of-concept prototypes - Document findings, research results, and other relevant information - Identify and propose innovative solutions and ideas Required Qualifications: - An enrolled undergraduate student who is currently a junior and entering their senior year as of Summer 2026, pursuing a Bachelor's degree aligned with the department of interest - A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Chat, Calendar and Drive) - Brings the ability to thrive as a collaborative team player while also working independently with confidence and enthusiasm - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, or higher degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field - Hands-on experience coding in Python - Hands-on experience in front-end development, preferably within a JavaScript/React or similar framework - Some experience with reading from and writing to REST-based web services - Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills - Ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies, work independently, and explore details on their own Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with other programming languages is a plus - Familiarity with ChatGPT or other AI-based tools, as well as AI prompting - Experience integrating with GenAI models via APIs is a plus Required Skills: Python, Front-end development, JavaScript, React, REST-based web services, Google Workspace, AI-based tools, AI prompting, GenAI model integration, Independent work Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, Discretionary profit sharing, Discretionary success sharing, Educational assistance, Recognition programs, Vacation