About the Role

At Zeraki, we believe in nurturing technical talent early and intentionally. Our Software Engineering Internship Program is a paid, full-time, 3-month experience designed for ambitious students who want to work on real-world problems, contribute to production systems, and grow rapidly in a high-performance environment.

As an intern, you won’t just observe—you’ll build, ship, and learn alongside experienced engineers, contributing to products used by millions of users across the continent.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and maintain backend or frontend features in real production systems
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver high-quality solutions
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
• Debug, test, and optimize applications for performance and scalability
• Contribute to internal tools, automation, or platform improvements
• Learn and apply best practices in software engineering, including system design and testing

What We’re Looking For

• Strong foundational knowledge in computer science and software development
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, etc.)
• Familiarity with basic software engineering concepts (e.g., APIs, databases, version control)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• A genuine passion for building technology that creates real-world impact

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Be in your 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of study
• Must be returning to school to finish your course after the internship
• Available full-time for the entire 3-month program duration
• Able to commit fully to the internship for 3 months (non-extendable)
• Apply for only one intake per calendar year

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience building systems used by millions of users
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a high-performance environment
• Exposure to real-world software engineering practices and scalable systems
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to products shaping education in Africa
• A fast-paced learning experience that accelerates your technical and professional growth

Who Should Apply

This program is ideal for students who are:

• Curious and self-driven
• Excited by challenging problems
• Motivated to build and ship real products
• Eager to grow in a high-performance engineering environment

If you’re ready to learn fast, build real systems, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.