Jr. Software Development Engineer

Amazon is looking for a highly-motivated Jr. Software Development Engineer (SDE)!

Jr. SDEs write real software and collaborate with experienced software engineers who provide guidance and opportunities for ownership on projects that matter to our customers. As a year-round intern, Jr. SDEs become fully integrated into their teams and regularly contribute to impactful deliverables. Your design and code will contribute to solving some of Amazon's most complex technical challenges.

The Jr. SDE role is part of Amazon's Jr Developer Program - a year-round internship opportunity that offers a symbiotic relationship between work and school. Jrs. receive 1:1 mentoring throughout their time in the program, receiving guidance and insight from a full-time Amazonian on their team. Because of the internship's extended tenure, our Jrs. become immersed in an Amazon team and gain real-life technical experience. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer creates an environment where students can succeed in both their work and their education. Detroit has an established population of Jrs., allowing for deep connections with fellow students engaged in similar roles.

Our team is currently looking for students to start with one of our cohorts in June 2025 and September 2025.

Upon successful completion of the Jr. Developer Program, the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.

Role Highlights:

Part-time work during the school year (16 hours/week)

Full-time work during the summer (40 hours/week)

1:1 mentoring with an experienced Software Engineer

Effective performance management and integrated opportunities for growth

Basic Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Bachelor's or Master's degree program.

Majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.

Graduating June 2027 and beyond.

Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).

This role is not offered as remote or hybrid and working hours must be conducted in person at our corporate office in Detroit.

Candidates must be living within commutable distance to Detroit, MI and able to work in-person year-round.

Able to start working with the cohort in June or September 2025.

Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, or C++ including object-oriented design.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous technical internship(s), if applicable.

Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.

Adept at handling ambiguous or undefined problems as well as ability to think abstractly.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.