2026 Software Dev Engineer Intern Tel-Aviv, Israel

Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology Do you enjoy working on scalable services in a collaborative team environment Do you want to see your code directly impact millions of customers worldwide

At Amazon we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA which has made us one of the worlds most beloved brands.

Our Software Development Engineer (SDE) interns use modern technology to solve complex problems while seeing their works impact first-hand. The challenges SDE interns solve at Amazon are meaningful and influence millions of customers sellers and products globally. We seek individuals passionate about creating new products features and services while managing ambiguity in an environment where development cycles are measured in weeks not years.

At Amazon we believe in ownership at every level. As an SDE intern youll own the entire lifecycle of your code - from design through deployment and ongoing operations. This ownership mindset combined with our commitment to operational excellence ensures we deliver the highest quality solutions for our customers.

Were looking for curious minds who think big and want to define tomorrows technology. At Amazon youll grow into the high impact engineer you know you can be supported by a culture of learning and mentorship. Every day brings exciting new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

Amazon internships in Israel are part-time positions and interns should expect to work 20 hours per week. Working days must be finalized with the hiring manager within the local working week (Sunday-Thursday). Specific team norms around working hours will also be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts that prevent them from fulfilling their 20-hour weekly commitment during the agreed-upon schedule.



Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to design build and operate innovative products and services that delight our customers while participating in technical discussions to drive solutions forward.
- Design and develop scalable solutions using cloud-native architectures and microservices in a large distributed computing environment.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
- Build and maintain resilient distributed systems that are scalable fault-tolerant and cost-effective.
- Leverage and contribute to the development of GenAI and AI-powered tools to enhance development productivity while staying current with emerging technologies.
- Write clean maintainable code following best practices and design patterns.
- Demonstrate operational excellence through monitoring troubleshooting and resolving production issues.


A day in the life
As an intern you will be matched to a manager and a mentor and will have the opportunity to influence the evolution of Amazon technology and lead critical projects early in your career.

In addition to working on an impactful project you will have the opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional development expand your network and participate in activities with other interns throughout your internship. No matter the location of your internship we give you the tools to own your project and learn in a real-world setting.


About the team
Intern Community:
As an Amazon Intern youll be part of a vibrant supportive community that empowers your growth and development. Youll collaborate with interns from around the world networking and participating in social events to broaden your perspectives. You can also join specialized groups focused on areas like sustainability to explore your diverse interests.

Support:
The internship program provides a robust support system including weekly intern office hours dedicated IT and HR support and a program team committed to your success. This ensures you have the guidance and assistance needed to thrive.

Learning Sessions:
Exclusive learning sessions will further enhance your skills granting you access to Amazons cutting-edge learning platforms and the expertise of industry leaders. These structured development opportunities will prepare you for the next step in your career.

Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of the internship you may be considered for a graduate role allowing you to continue your journey with Amazon. Additionally youll enjoy a competitive monthly salary and access to a range of employee benefits.

- Are enrolled in a Bachelors degree or above in Computer Science Computer Engineering or related fields at time of application
- Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C Python Java or Perl
- Knowledge of computer science fundamentals such as object-oriented design operating systems algorithms data structures and complexity analysis

- Experience from a technical internship
- Experience with distributed multi-tiered systems algorithms and relational databases
- Experience in optimization mathematics such as linear programming and nonlinear optimization
- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
- Adept at handling ambiguous or undefined problems as well as ability to think abstractly

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