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.