Software Engineer Intern - Berlin (2027)

The role

This intern will build enterprise-grade cloud software and services. You will gain hands-on experience with database internals, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure.

What you will do

• Build enterprise-grade, reliable, and secure cloud software and services
• Work with database internals, large-scale distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure
• Apply knowledge in compiler design, query execution, streaming pipelines, and advanced SQL features
• Collaborate with colleagues using a modern tech stack including C++ and Java

Required qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university program (3rd year Bachelor up to Master’s or PhD levels) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Math, or a related technic
• Foundational knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and operating systems
• Programming experience in C++ or Java
• Familiarity with systems programming concepts (e.g., multi-threading, concurrency)
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and solve problems creatively
• Fluent written and spoken English skills

Nice to have

• Coursework or familiarity with database systems, distributed systems, cloud computing, or compilers
• Experience or interest in big data engineering, data processing, or geospatial features
• Contributions to open-source projects, research experience, or publications in databases/distributed systems

Benefits

• Dedicated Mentorship & Support
• Real Impact & Ownership
• Flexible working hours
• Work-from-home options
• Casual dress code
• Clear pathways for post-internship career opportunities
• Paid full-time internship
• Catered lunches
• Team outings
• Happy hours
• Access to gaming consoles, recreational games
• Employee resource groups and great swag

About the company

Snowflake is powering the era of the agentic enterprise and is scaling its team to accelerate growth.