Intern, Software Engineering - Summer Internship at Gen · New York

Summary: Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands. They are seeking an intern in Software Engineering to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced technology environment, particularly in cybersecurity, while contributing to backend services and collaborating with engineers and PMs. Responsibilities: - Improve consistency and quality across backend services - Enhance RESTful APIs and maintain API documentation - Collaborate with engineers and PMs to apply best practices - Integrate tools, expand tests, and update documentation - Write clean, testable, and maintainable Java code - Join code reviews, stand-ups, and sprint ceremonies Required Qualifications: - You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - You have a strong foundation in Java — Java is a must for this role - You've explored (or are eager to learn) frameworks like Spring, Spring Boot, and JPA - You've worked with (or studied) RESTful APIs and understand how systems communicate - You're comfortable using SQL or NoSQL databases to store and query data - You've used Git and are familiar with tools like IntelliJ IDEA, GitHub, and (optionally) Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS - You're a strong communicator, quick learner, and enjoy working on a team - You're organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines - You're curious, motivated, and excited to grow as a backend engineer Required Skills: Java Important Skills: RESTful APIs, SQL, Git Nice-to-Have Skills: Spring Framework, Spring Boot, JPA, NoSQL, IntelliJ IDEA, GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Curiosity Benefits: Mentorship from experienced backend engineers., Practical experience working in a modern backend stack., Insight into scalable system architecture, microservices, and deployment., Opportunities to learn agile practices and development workflows., A chance to contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven fintech platform.