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Software Engineer Intern, Summer 2027 IndiaAug 5, 2026 Our PurposeMastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build asustainableeconomy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactionssecure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and SummarySoftware Engineer Intern, Summer 2027 India Intern, Software Engineering About Mastercard Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Make an Impact as a Software Engineer As a Software Engineer Intern, youll build foundational engineering skills, contribute to realworld projects, and gain experience working on technology used at a global scale. What Youll DoAs an intern, youll work alongside experienced engineers in a supportive, learning focused environment. Youll: Write clean, maintainable code using modern programming languagesSupport design, development, and testing of software featuresWrite basic automated tests to verify code behaviorLearn and apply secure coding practicesParticipate in code reviews and learn from feedbackUse logs and debugging tools to help identify and resolve issuesGain exposure to how enterprise software systems are built and maintainedProjects, tools, and technologies vary by team.Intern, Software Engineering Internship ExperienceMastercards Summer Internship Program offers more than handson technical work: Mentorship from experienced software engineersNetworking with interns, engineers, and leadersProfessional development and learning sessionsVolunteer and teambuilding activitiesFinal project presentation to peers and leadersCorporate Security ResponsibilityAll activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercards security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercards guidelines. Mastercard is a global technology company that enhances digital payments, fostering economic growth and sustainability for individuals, businesses, and governments across over 200 countries. IT Services and IT Consulting Professional Services Company size 10,001+ employees Company type Public company Total funding 0 Momentum Team growth20% in 12 mo 47,798 employees on LinkedIn Mar 23 Mar 26 Capital Funding historyFootprint Where they workCompany Mastercard .
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.