DESCRIPTION
Are you excited to build products that are used by Amazon customers all over the world? As a Front-End Engineer Intern, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced developers to create the user-facing side of software. You'll collaborate with team members and stakeholders on UX and the full software development lifecycle, including scoping, software design, code, testing, documentation, deployment, and maintenance.
Amazon internships are full-time positions, and interns should expect to work Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours per week typically between 8am-5pm. Specific team norms around working hours will be communicated by your manager. Interns should not have conflicts such as classes or other employment during the Amazon work-day.
Applicants should have a minimum of one quarter/semester/trimester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all locations we hire for in Canada including, but not limited to: Vancouver, BC; Toronto, ON, Winnipeg, MN, Victoria, BC, Ottawa, ON, Calgary, AB. Locations are subject to change.
You will be able to provide your preference of location and start date during the application process but, we cannot guarantee that we can meet your selection based on several factors including but not limited to the availability and business needs of this role. Finalization on the location and start dates available will be provided to you at the time of job offer.
Start dates for our internships in this posting include the following periods:
1. Winter (Starts January/February 2025)
2. Summer (Starts May/June 2025)
3. Fall (Starts August/September 2025)
Key job responsibilities
As a Front-End Engineer Intern, you will/may:
• Deliver software components and improvements to software features with your team's software.
• Work with stakeholders and product partners to deliver high-quality UX.
• Take feature specifications and deliver working code that is maintainable and extendable.
• Help provide operational support for your team and work to ensure that root causes are identified and resolved.
• Participate in code reviews and daily stand-ups.
• Collaborate with your team to positively impact the software quality, customer experience, and maintainability of your team's products.
A day in the life
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 fun activities with other interns throughout the your internship. No matter the location of your internship, we give you the tools to own your internship and learn in a real-world setting.
We're on the lookout for the curious, those who think big and want to define the world of tomorrow. At Amazon, you will grow into the high impact, visionary person you know you're ready to be. Every day will be filled with exciting new challenges, developing new skills, and achieving personal growth. How often can you say that your work changes the world? At Amazon, you'll say it often. Join us and define tomorrow.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Experience in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
- Currently working towards a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Science, Web Development, Human-Computer Interaction, or other equivalent discipline, with an expected conferral date between October 2025 - December 2028.
- Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, C#).
- Understanding of computer science fundamentals (e.g., data structures & algorithms, OO design).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in one or more relevant front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, etc.
- Knowledge of UX best practices
- Previous technical internships in a related field (e.g., Front-End, Full Stack, Web Development).
- Customer obsession and strong problem-solving skills.
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, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your Recruiter.