Do more. A lot more. Technical Internship Opportunities at Google EMEA

Here at Google, we're not looking for people who will just localise technologies developed in other countries, nor simply engineers focussed on improving infrastructure. What we are looking for are people with outstanding technical skills, creativity, potential and passion who can help invent end-to-end technologies from scratch; stuff that will interest and inspire millions of users across the world.

During an internship with us you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects in a direct and meaningful way. We're taking into account your skills and interests when determining which of our small and dynamic teams you will be joining. Your pre-assigned host will find projects that are right for you and work closely with you during your time with us.

We're confident that an internship with us will be a rewarding experience that will develop your ability to programme at a global scale, deepen your understanding of Computer Science and allow you to connect with outstanding people from all over the world.

Your internship will most likely take place in our engineering centre in Zurich, Switzerland. If you are accepted for an internship, you'll need to move for the duration of your time with us and we'll gladly help you with all the logistics (visa, accommodation) related to this move.

Start and end dates of Google Engineering internships are flexible, with a minimum duration of three months. Internships are typically full-time positions, are paid, and take place year-round.

The ideal intern profile for Google

To be eligible for an internship, you should be enrolled in a BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field and be within 12-18 months of completing a Bachelor's or Master's degree, or at any stage in your PhD.

Please note that you should be returning to university after the end of your internship, or the internship should be a formal part of completing your studies.

The following are also key requirements:

Experience in systems software or algorithms.
Excellent programming skills (C++; Java and/or Python).
Knowledge of UNIX/Linux or Windows environments and APIs.
Familiarity with TCP/IP and network programming a plus.
Fluency in English

How to apply?

We welcome applications from students to spend an internship with us at one of our European offices and review applications on an ongoing basis. To maximise your chances of success we'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and 4 months before the desired start of your internship at the latest. The following link will lead you to our online job site through which you can submit your application. Please submit your application for the Software Engineer Intern - Europe position only as it will allow us to process your application without delay.

Your application should contain the following documents:

An up-to-date CV
University transcripts/grades (unofficial is fine, including your GPA if possible)
A cover letter stating your graduation date and when you would be available for an internship (minimum 3, maximum 12 months)

If you like more information about preparing your CV, please have a look at our Preparing your CV section.

Should you have any questions or experience technical difficulties submitting your application, please contact us directly at africa-interns-2009@google.com