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Jr. Software Development Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA, Jr. Developer Program
at Amazon
InternshipNo visa sponsorshipPython
Posted 6 hours ago
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- Compensation
- $19 – $75 USD
- City
- Sunnyvale
- Country
- United States
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Join Amazon's Jr. Developer Program as a Jr. Software Development Engineer, a year-round internship where you write real software and receive mentorship from experienced engineers. You'll be part of a team with 1:1 mentoring, contribute to impactful deliverables, and gain ownership of projects. The program blends part-time work during the school year (16 hours/week) with full-time work in the summer (40 hours/week, 1:1 mentoring, bi-annual reviews). The June 2026 cohort is based in Sunnyvale, CA, with potential for full-time employment after successful completion.
Ready to build the foundation of your software engineering career in a growth-focused program? Amazon is looking for highly motivated students to join the Jr. Developer Program (JDP). As a Jr. Software Development Engineer (Jr. SDE), you will write real software and collaborate with experienced engineers who provide guidance and opportunities for ownership. As a year-round intern, you will be fully integrated into a team and regularly contribute to impactful deliverables. Your designs and code will help solve complex technical challenges at Amazon.
The JDP is a year-round internship program designed to support a strong balance between work and school. You will receive 1:1 mentorship from a full-time Amazonian for the entirety of your program tenure. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer create an environment where students can succeed both academically and professionally. In Sunnyvale, an established Jr. community fosters meaningful connections between you and your peers.
Our team is currently looking for students to start with our June 2026 cohort. Upon successful completion of the program, the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.
Program 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 Amazonian
- Bi-annual performance reviews designed to support ongoing growth and development
- Ability to work in person year-round at the Sunnyvale corporate office. (This role is not offered remote or hybrid and all working hours must be in office).
- Graduating June 2028 and beyond.
- Majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
- Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).
- Able to start work in June 2026.
- Must be living within commutable distance to Sunnyvale, CA.
- Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, or C++ including object-oriented design.
- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
- Ability to solve complex problems and work through ambiguity.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 19.00 - 75.00 USD hourly
The JDP is a year-round internship program designed to support a strong balance between work and school. You will receive 1:1 mentorship from a full-time Amazonian for the entirety of your program tenure. Flexible part-time schedules during the school year and full-time employment over the summer create an environment where students can succeed both academically and professionally. In Sunnyvale, an established Jr. community fosters meaningful connections between you and your peers.
Our team is currently looking for students to start with our June 2026 cohort. Upon successful completion of the program, the opportunity for full-time employment may be available at an Amazon corporate site.
Program 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 Amazonian
- Bi-annual performance reviews designed to support ongoing growth and development
Basic Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Bachelor's or Master's degree program.- Ability to work in person year-round at the Sunnyvale corporate office. (This role is not offered remote or hybrid and all working hours must be in office).
- Graduating June 2028 and beyond.
- Majoring in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
- Ability to work year-round until graduation (part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer).
- Able to start work in June 2026.
- Must be living within commutable distance to Sunnyvale, CA.
- 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.
- Ability to solve complex problems and work through ambiguity.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 19.00 - 75.00 USD hourly
