Software Engineer Intern

Electronic Arts is looking for a Software Engineering Intern to join their Marketplace team in Vancouver, British Columbia. The intern will work on backend services for a cross-game, cross-platform digital economy, taking end-to-end ownership of a project within the Virtual Economy Platform. Responsibilities include enhancing existing features, participating in daily stand-ups, and collaborating with team members to deliver seamless cross-play experiences using cutting-edge technologies. The role offers 1:1 mentorship.

Must Have

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree granting program
• Experience with any coding language
• Passionate about innovation
• Available for a full-time paid internship in the summer of 2026
• Enrolled in an accredited degree program in the summer of 2026, slated to graduate no earlier than December 2026
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full time basis during the 16-week internship

Perks & Benefits

• 80 hours per year of sick time
• 16 paid company holidays per year
• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Healthcare coverage
• Mental well-being support
• Retirement savings
• Paid time off
• Family leaves
• Complimentary games

General Information

Role ID

210835

Worker Type

Intern - Temporary Employee

Studio/Department

Other

Work Model

Hydrid

Description & Requirements

Creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Is looking for students to join our world-class internship experience. For more information about our Emerging Talent Program, visit https://www.ea.com/careers/interns-and-university-graduates

Our teams build meaningful relationships with hundreds of millions of players around the world who love our games. We aim to be the best at meeting players where they are and supporting them throughout their journey with us. Our teams develop the strategic vision of our products, run outstanding multi-channel campaigns, build global engagement across all touch points, develop global insights, and propel sales and global publishing. We understand the dynamic global landscape so we can bring relevant content, promotions, and help to players anywhere.

The Marketplace team is tasked with growing our cross-game, cross-platform digital economy and trading platform. These large-scale, always-on services power the virtual-economies of our network of games experienced by tens of millions of daily active users.

As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers building the backend services that enable secure, scalable, and engage player experiences across our ecosystem.

What You’ll Do

• You will have end-to-end ownership of a project within the Virtual Economy Platform.
• You will receive 1:1 mentorship from a dedicated Software Engineer on the team.
• You will enhance or add to existing features within the services.
• You will participate in daily stand-up meetings, work on technical projects and collaborate with other team members.
• You will help deliver a seamless cross-play experience, allowing players to connect and engage across multiple systems with ease.
• You will work with cutting-edge technologies and have the opportunity to shape the future of cross-play features.

Qualifications:

• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree granting program
• You have experience with any coding language
• You are passionate about innovation

You must be available for a full-time paid internship in the summer of 2026

We are only considering students who will be enrolled in an accredited degree program in the summer of 2026, slated to graduate no earlier than December 2026. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada on a full time basis during the 16-week internship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Transparency - North America

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location. Has listed the hourly pay ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, degree type (e.g. Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD), what stage you are in your degree journey (i.e. freshman, sophomore, etc.), qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.

PAY RANGES

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$65,000 - $70,000 CAD

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation.

The hourly pay is just one part of the overall compensation. We also offer a package of benefits including 80 hours per year of sick time (prorated based on scheduled hours per week if less than full-time), 16 paid company holidays per year, medical insurance, and 401(k).

About

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.