Software Engineering Intern at Zeraki

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.

Requirements

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.