Video Games, Entertainment, Consumer Electronics, Software

Intern - IT Software Engineer

Redmond, WAOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-level$35,000–$35,000 /yrPosted 18 days ago

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Required skills

Software Engineering
Data Science
Mathematics
Information Technology
Computer Information System
Data structures
Algorithms
Git
version control systems
Web APIs

Nice to have

Java
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Spring

Role summary

Nintendo of America is seeking IT Software Engineer Interns for their summer program (June-August). Interns will contribute to developing, designing, and implementing web-based applications within a DevOps environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting operational requirements. The role requires current enrollment in a relevant degree program (Computer Science, Software Engineering, etc.) with an expected graduation between May 2027 and June 2028, a 3.0+ GPA, and familiarity with programming languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript, front-end (React) and/or back-end (Spring) frameworks, data structures, algorithms, Git, web APIs, AWS services, and UNIX environments. The position is 100% onsite in Redmond, WA, requiring 40 hours per week.

Nintendo of America

About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.

We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/.

GET SERIOUS ABOUT FUN

As a Nintendo of America intern, you will actively contribute to meaningful projects and gain valuable hands-on work experience with a leading company in the entertainment industry. During the program from June through August, your work experience will be enhanced with mentoring, networking opportunities, and exposure to industry leaders from across the company! Whether you are in a technical or non-technical role, you will be part of a team committed to putting smiles on the faces of millions around the world.

Application deadline is December 1, 2026.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Contribute to Nintendo’s IT team to develop, design and implement internal/external web-based application features.

Partner closely with the team in a DevOps environment to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present work to clients and stakeholders.

Design technical solutions while supporting the operational requirements and strategic initiatives.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

3.0+ GPA.

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with a graduation conferral date between May 2027 and June 2028.

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Information Technology, Computer Information System, or related field.

Preferred programming languages include Java, Python, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

Familiarity with front-end (e.g., React) and/or back-end (e.g., Spring) frameworks.

Knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

Able to articulate technical challenges and solutions effectively.

Familiarity with software development principles and modern web technologies.

Understanding of Git and/or other version control systems.

Familiarity with web APIs and AWS services, such as ECS, Lambda, and DocumentDB.

Knowledge of UNIX and shell environments, such as Bash and Zsh.

Adaptable and eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Able to work 40 hours a week onsite throughout the course of the 10-week summer internship between June 14 – August 20.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position is 100% onsite in Redmond, WA.

This internship includes the base pay rate listed below, paid sick and holiday time, and perks such as a local transit pass and access to the onsite fitness center. Given the limited duration of the role, interns are not eligible for full-time employee benefits such as healthcare or 401(k).

Pay Rate: $35—$35 USD

Sample Nintendo interview questions

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Design a content moderation system.
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Aggressive Cows Maximize the minimum distance between aggressive cows in stalls. Input: stalls = [0,4,3,7,10,9], cows = 3 Output: 4 Explanation: Placing the cows at positions 0, 4, and 10 yields a maximum possible minimum distance of 4 between any two cows.
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3
Determine if a string can be a palindrome after deleting at most one character.
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4
Find the top K frequent elements in an array.
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5
Determine the number of connected components in an undirected graph.
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