PayPal · 12 hours ago
Fullstack Software Engineer Intern
Chicago, IL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32/hr - $55/hrPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, empowering consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets. As a Full Stack Software Engineer Intern, you will develop innovative solutions and high-quality products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and solve complex technical problems.
E-Commerce PlatformsFinTechMobile PaymentsTransaction Processing
Responsibilities
Code high-volume and scalable software (front-end and back-end focused). This may include creating web applications using React/Node, creating back-end services using Java, ExpressJS/NodeJS, SQL, REST API, and/or building and developing new user-facing experiences
Partner closely with cross functional teams in design, product, and other business units
Qualification
Required
Must possess basic Front-End Skills in: HTML/CSS – Understanding layout, semantics, and responsive design
JavaScript (ES6+) – Ability to write and manipulate DOM elements
Front-end frameworks – Familiarity with React, Vue, or Angular (React is the most common)
Basic UI/UX Awareness – Understanding how to build usable, accessible interfaces
Must possess basic Back-End Skills in: Server-Side Programming – Experience with languages like: Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript), Python (Django or Flask), Java, Ruby, Go, etc
API Development – Build and consume RESTful APIs (GraphQL is a plus)
Authentication – Understand how login systems work (JWT, sessions, OAuth)
Databases SQL – PostgreSQL, MySQL
NoSQL – MongoDB or similar
Know how to read/write data and model simple schemas
Tools & Dev Practices Version Control – Git/GitHub
Basic Deployment Knowledge – Hosting apps on Heroku, Vercel, Render, Netlify, or similar
Must currently be pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university
Must be returning to school in the Fall of 2026
Must reside in the U.S. during the Summer internship program
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Employee shares options
Health and life insurance
Company
PayPal
PayPal is a financial service company that provides online payment solutions to its users worldwide.
Founded in 1998
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (1144)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$12.17BKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsBlueRun Ventures
2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $6.95B
2023-06-07Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2015-07-20IPO
Leadership Team
Simon Bladon
PayPal UK CEO
chaloem khompitoon
President & CEO
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