Intern Software Engineer

About The Program

At Symetra, we share a deep commitment in bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That’s our way of describing people that can be and doing what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.

Symetra's Internship Program for Summer 2026 is entirely remote - all interns will learn and work in a virtual setting. The internship duration is 12 weeks.

Summary

Software Engineering Intern solves business needs by building quality software with guidance from senior engineering team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, high quality, performant scalable code, using the required programming language and tools.
• Assist in the design and development of software solutions under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in requirements definition, design walkthroughs, and code reviews
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues, providing timely resolutions.
• Define and perform unit testing of code. Support functional and regression testing efforts.
• Work closely with senior engineers to enhance your technical skills and understanding of software development methodologies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time and pursuing a Bachelor's or master’s in computer science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience required
• Programming experience with C#. Experience with other object-oriented languages like Java or Python.
• In-depth knowledge of architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling)
• Experience with Database technologies.
• Hands-on experience building systems in one or more cloud providers – AWS, Azure, GCP
• Knowledge of developer tooling across the SDLC (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Developing analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  
  

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please Review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
  
  

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure To Comply With Verification Procedures May Result In

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered

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