CrowdStrike · 20 hours ago
Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Sunnyvale, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$38/hr - $45/hr
Start in 2026 SummerCrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, dedicated to stopping breaches with their advanced AI-native platform. The Engineering Internship offers students the chance to work on impactful projects, enhancing their programming and system design skills while receiving mentorship from industry professionals.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud Data ServicesCloud SecurityCyber SecurityNetwork Security
Responsibilities
Design and develop cross-platform software using Python, C/C++, or Go while tackling complex technical challenges in our massively scalable distributed architecture
Collaborate with engineering teams to implement high-security standards and coding best practices, gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies across our entire development stack
Develop automation scripts that enhance network observability and efficiency
Partner with experienced network engineers on deployment projects, gaining hands-on experience with Linux systems, networking protocols, and modern CI/CD practices
Assist in the architecture and improve cutting-edge anti-virus and EDR security solutions across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms
Design, build, and demo innovative security software while gaining hands-on experience with OS internals, kernel development, and C++ programming
Learn to create accessible, high-performance interfaces while gaining hands-on experience with client-side build processes and visualization tools in a collaborative environment
Analyze and develop adversarial emulations using C2 frameworks (Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Mythic) to recreate real-world attacks and improve detection
Utilize DevOps tools (Docker, Jenkins, Git, Kubernetes) for automated, scalable testing
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled at a four university, currently working towards a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Networking, or Mathematics degree, graduating between December 2026 - August 2027
Development experienced with one or more of the following: Python, C/C++, Java, or Go and with the technologies listed in areas listed above
Able to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a distributed team
Demonstrates the ability to write high-quality code through work, academics, or open-source projects
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, test-driven, collaborative programming environment
Preferred
Contributions to the open source community (GitHub, Stack Overflow, blogging)
Familiarity with AWS, Cassandra, Kafka, ElasticSearch, Redis, Grafana, GRPC, Docker, Kubernetes or Jenkins
Experience working on security products, security-related academic background or participation in capture-the-flag competitions
OS system understanding (Linux, XNU, FreeBSD, etc.)
Benefits
Paid holidays (including birthday holidays)
401k matching (where applicable)
Professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and Executive Speaker Series
Assigned mentors from across the company for continuous support and feedback
Participation in companywide initiatives including FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and Employee Assistance Program
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Ownership of impactful projects that move the company forward
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
Company
CrowdStrike
CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity technology firm that provides cloud-delivered protection for cloud workloads, identity, and data.
Founded in 2011
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
ARK Investment ManagementAccelCapitalG
2022-12-01Post Ipo Equity· $4.6M
2021-01-12Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2019-06-12IPO
Leadership Team
George Kurtz
President / CEO & Founder
Zeki Turedi
Field CTO Europe
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