Software Engineer Intern (Canada - AI/ML - QVS - 8 Months - Summer 2026)

This Software Engineer Intern role at EA's Sports Quality Verification Engineering organization focuses on experimental Research and Development in Machine Learning. The intern will assist in developing next-generation tools and solutions to enhance the QV process, gathering requirements, researching solutions, running experiments, and improving existing ML models and datasets. The role is pivotal in transforming EA's quality verification through AI/ML.

Must Have

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Software Engineering (preferably completed 3rd year).
• Experience with C#, C++, or Python.
• Good understanding of software, hardware, and network interaction.
• General understanding of Machine Learning basics.
• Good understanding of software development life cycle, practices, and methodologies.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis for an 8-month Co-op term.
• Enrolled in an accredited degree program throughout the Co-op, slated to graduate May 2027 or later.

Good to Have

• Quick learner on new technologies, practices, and paradigms.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive in completing tasks and escalating issues.
• Creativity and logical thinking.
• Basic knowledge of technical writing.

Perks & Benefits

• 80 hours per year of sick time (prorated)
• 16 paid company holidays per year
• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Holistic benefits programs (physical, emotional, financial, career, community wellness)
• Healthcare coverage
• Mental well-being support
• Retirement savings
• Paid time off
• Family leaves
• Complimentary games

General Information

Role ID

210893

Worker Type

Intern - Temporary Employee

Studio/Department

EA Studios - Quality Verification

Work Model

Hybrid

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.

The Software Engineer Intern role is responsible for assisting with our experimental Research and Development work within ’s Sports Quality Verification Engineering organization. Primarily, this work will focus on the Machine Learning domain and will be the foundation for our next generation of tools and solutions for driving effectiveness and efficiencies in our QV process. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in this transformation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Gathering use-case requirements from our partner teams and organizations.
• Providing research into possible solutions, running experiments, providing proofs of concept, demonstrating your results, and providing recommendations.
• Providing improvements to existing solution implementations.
• Updating existing Machine Learning models and enhancing data sets.
• Helping to productize ML solutions and roll them out to our partners.
• Providing documentation and gathering feedback from our partners.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software engineering or equivalent. Preferably, completed 3rd year of their program.
• Experience with programing language such as C#, C++ or Python.
• Have a good understanding of the interaction between software, hardware and network.
• Have a general understanding of Machine Learning basics.
• Have a good understanding of software development life cycle, practices and software engineering methodologies.
• Quick learner on new technologies, practices, and paradigms.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive in completing tasks and escalating issues appropriately.
• Creativity and logical thinking: can find ingenious solutions to problems.
• Have basic knowledge of technical writing

We are only considering students who can work in Canada, will be enrolled in an accredited degree program throughout this Co-op, and slated to graduate May 2027 or later. You must be legally authorised to work in Canada on a full-time basis during the 8 month Co-op term. Visa sponsorship and relocation are not available for this position.

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

The hourly pay is just one part of the overall compensation at . 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.