Commercial Technology & Innovation Office - Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

PwC•Washington, DC

2d•$29 - $48

About The Position

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions. Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences. Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you will have the chance to work on a variety of assignments, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. During your time at the Firm, you start to establish your personal brand, paving the way to more opportunities. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development. Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential. Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas. Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback. Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns. Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness. Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements. The Opportunity As a Software Engineering Intern, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic world of software and product innovation, contributing to the development and enhancement of cutting-edge applications. This role offers you the chance to engage with various technologies, while supporting client-facing projects that drive impactful solutions. As an Intern, you will support teams by participating in projects, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices. You will perform basic tasks and conduct research, observing professional work environments and contributing to the team's success. In this role at PwC, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in software engineering, working alongside experienced professionals who will guide you through the intricacies of software development methodologies and project planning. You will be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team’s success. This experience will help you establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities within the software engineering field.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
Client service intern positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.
Winter internships typically occur during the spring semester preceding the student's final year of school
Summer internships typically take place during the summer preceding the student's final year of school

Nice To Haves

Preference for one of the following fields of study: Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Machine Learning, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, Systems Engineering
Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
Demonstrating proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++
Excelling in software development methodologies and application frameworks
Participating in debugging and quality assurance testing processes
Utilizing object-oriented design principles and microservices architecture
Supporting enterprise application architecture and solution architecture initiatives
Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes

Responsibilities

Supporting software engineering teams in application development and debugging processes
Participating in code reviews to maintain coding standards and improve software quality
Assisting in the design and implementation of enterprise application architecture solutions
Engaging in business requirements analysis to translate client needs into technical specifications
Collaborating with team members to enhance business process improvement initiatives
Utilizing programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++ to develop software solutions
Applying object-oriented design principles to create scalable and efficient software systems
Contributing to software testing and quality assurance activities to validate functionality
Learning and applying software development methodologies to support project goals
Observing and participating in the development of microservices architecture for flexible application deployment
Supporting the integration of software components using application frameworks and tools
Assisting in the troubleshooting of software issues to maintain system performance and reliability
Participating in solution architecture discussions to align software design with business objectives