Summer 2026 Software Engineering Internship Program

Job Description:

Looking to jumpstart your career at a company that offers real opportunities to flourish?  

Look no further than Pacific Life. We’re investing in bright, agile new talent with fresh perspectives to help us innovate and build meaningful relationships for years to come. It’s in this spirit that we are currently looking to add Software Engineering Interns to our team for Summer 2026 at a Fortune 500 company in the financial services industry. 

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will be directly embedded in our technology teams driving Pacific Life’s digital transformation. As part of the technology organization, you will have incredible development opportunities across a variety of business and operational areas while being exposed to modern technology in an enterprise environment. Potential areas include cloud engineering, software/application delivery, integration development and information security. 

What You’ll Do 

• Contribute to technology delivery and operations teams to develop and deploy solutions in an enterprise environment 

• Collaborate closely with technologists and other stakeholders to plan, design, implement and support digital technologies aligned to business priorities 

• Evaluate business needs and technology solutions to assess fit 

• Be exposed to and develop capability in related enterprise technologies as well as delivery practices (e.g. Agile scrum) 

 Factors for Success 

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or another related field. 

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with methodical approach

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly 

• Ability to work well with others as a team and independently 

• Desire for learning new technologies and analytic tools; as well as modeling and quantitative techniques 

• Proficiency in at least one programing language such as Python,  Java, C#

• Good understanding of algorithms, data structures and software design principles

• Familiarity with industry tools and platforms for software delivery and automation 

• Familiarity with at least one public cloud platform preferably AWS but will consider other major could providers such as Azure or GCP

• Display a true passion and intellectual curiosity for solving business problems with code via coursework or external or personal project

The base pay rate for this position is $25.00 per hour for undergraduates and 

$30.00 per hour for advanced degrees. 

Relocation stipend available if residence is outside of 50 mile radius from office location. 

Please note: Interviews for this program will begin in January 2026.

More reasons to join: 

At Pacific Life, the work we do matters. We work passionately each day to drive our company forward while enjoying job security, flexible scheduling, and great opportunities for career growth. 

If you’re seeking a thriving career doing the type of meaningful work that’s all too rare at a Fortune 500 Company, Pacific Life is the place for you. If you are a self-starter who appreciates creativity and individuality in your colleagues – even better. We look forward to receiving your application. 

You belong at Pacific Life 

At Pacific Life, we believe you belong. We foster a culture of belonging, a space where all employees are empowered to be authentic. We embrace and celebrate diversity, create a culture of equity and inclusion, and value and respect every employee. 

Designs, develops, modifies, debugs and evaluates software enhancements or new programs for new and/or existing applications used in local, networked, cloud-based or Internet-related environments. May include company-wide, web-enabled solutions. Reviews system requirements and business processes and develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. May interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications.   Analyzes requirements and formulates program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. Codes, tests, debugs, documents, implements, and maintains software applications using current programming language and technologies. Writes code, completes programming, integrates application components, and performs testing and debugging of applications.  Develops conversion and system implementation plans to ensure that system improvements are successfully deployed. Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance. Recommends changes in development, maintenance and system standards. Trains users in conversion and implementation of system.

How We Help You Succeed:

Our Summer Internship Program has become Pacific Life’s talent pipeline for full time early career opportunities. The University Relations team ensures each intern has a well-rounded positive experience to help them reach their career goals. The Summer Program includes:

• Professional Development

• Executive Mentorship Program

• Collaborative Environment

• Real World Work

• Social Events

• Training and Education

• Networking and Exposure to Leadership

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.