**Why join Pearson’s intern program?** Pearson is the world’s learning company. We help people of all ages acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their work and careers. We believe that everyone should be able to keep learning, every day and in every way, throughout their lives. Bringing together everything we know about the science of learning and the latest technology, we’re shaping the future of teaching and learning. We’re looking for the next generation of talented undergraduates to join our team for an unforgettable internship. An internship at Pearson is an opportunity to bring your own unique perspective as a learner, together with your academic knowledge, technical skills, and enthusiasm, to help create products that help fix the skills challenges faced by learners, employees, and employers. As one of our interns, you will gain a comprehensive introduction to our business. You’ll be assigned to a team to support real-life projects that bring our products and services to life and are ready to launch to our learners. On-the-job training and professional development will be provided to enable you to contribute to the business. You’ll also have direct access to a senior member of the team, as each intern will be mentored to help you make the most of the 10-week program. During your internship, you will gain valuable hands-on experience to build your resume to stand out with future employers, such as Pearson We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective are valued so that our products reflect the people we serve — our teachers and students, employers and employees, and consumers and learners. **What Does the Internship Program Offer?** We’re on the lookout for a curious and driven Backend Engineering Intern to join our team for hands-on experience in building backend services that scale. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, wants to learn how real-world systems are built, and is eager to work with modern cloud tools, this is your opportunity. As part of the internship, you’ll gain real-world experience contributing to live systems used by real users, receive mentorship from engineers who love building and teaching, and get exposure to modern cloud architecture and agile development practices. You’ll have the chance to leave your mark through meaningful projects and walk away with a resume-building experience that sets you apart. **Pay rate** The salary for this internship is $35 per hour. You will be eligible for accrued paid sick time per the policy guidelines. Please refer to the Sick Leave Policy. **Job Description** As a Backend Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to the development of APIs, microservices, and cloud infrastructure in a collaborative and supportive environment. We’ll help you build the skills and confidence to launch your engineering career. What You’ll Do: Build and maintain backend services using Scala (or Java/Python, if that’s your strength) Assist in designing and testing RESTful APIs and possibly GraphQL services Learn and contribute to cloud-based solutions using AWS tools such as: Lambda, S3, SQS, Step Functions, and CloudWatch Get hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines to understand how we ship code reliably Participate in sprint ceremonies, code reviews, and design discussions Collaborate with teammates to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code (Bonus) Experiment with frontend or full-stack features using JavaScript **Minimum Requirements** + Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program in Computer Science or a related field + Some experience coding in Scala, Java, or Python + Understanding of fundamental programming concepts, OOP, and APIs + Willingness to learn cloud platforms, microservices, and distributed systems + (Bonus) Exposure to JavaScript, or interest in full-stack development + Enthusiasm to collaborate, ask questions, and grow + Preferably with basic familiarity with AWS services like Lambda, S3, or DynamoDB + Understanding of what CI/CD means and why it matters + Curiosity about tools like Docker, serverless functions, or event-driven systems + Knowledge of authentication and security basics _Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply._ _Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential._ _Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive._ _To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here:_ http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html **Who we are:** At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com. **Job:** PROJECT/TEMPORARY WORKFORCE **Organization:** Higher Education **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME **Workplace Type:** **Req ID:** 19576 \#location