Summary
Location
Redmond
Type
internship
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About this role
Nintendo Technology Development
The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold more than 4.7 billion video games and more than 740 million hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™ and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo Technology Development, based in Redmond, Washington, creates future hardware/software technology and researches North American-based technologies.
C# Backend Engineer Intern Position – Summer 2026
We’re looking or a highly motivated and self-starting Software Engineer Intern to join the Nintendo Technology Development’s (NTD) Installers team for the Summer of 2026.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with passion for excellence and a desire to grow in a fast-paced, engineering focused environment. You will be instrumental in delivering high quality features and bug fixes by:
- Breaking down large features into manageable work items
- Applying strong problem-solving skill to overcome technical challenges
- Demonstrating strong attention to detail and a creative mindset in your work
- Being a collaborative team player who is also comfortable working independently
- Affinity for numerical reasoning and analytical thinking, with an ability to interpret and optimize algorithmic performance
What we’re looking for…
The ideal candidate is:
- Comfortable with fundamentals of C# and web technologies (HTTP, REST, Databases)
- Familiar with general software tools (IDEs, source control, debuggers, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of software engineering fundamentals
- A rising senior pursuing BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering related field
- Ready to learn quickly, ask questions, and jump into a small, dynamic team setting
- An effective communicator with strong writing skills
- Available for full-time work during the summer of 2026
This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.
This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
Other facts
About Nintendo
Nintendo's mission is to put smiles on the faces of everyone we touch. We do so by creating new surprises for people across the world to enjoy together. We've forged our own path since 1889, when we began making hanafuda playing cards in Kyoto, Japan. Today, we’re fortunate to be able to share our characters, ideas and worlds through the medium of video games and the entertainment industry.
Nintendo of America, established in 1980 and based in Redmond, Washington, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co., Ltd. We are committed to delivering best-in-class products and services to our customers and to investing in the well-being of our employees as part of the global Nintendo family.
For more information about Nintendo please visit www.nintendo.com.
What you'll do
- The intern will be responsible for delivering high-quality features and bug fixes by breaking down large features into manageable work items and applying strong problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges. The role requires collaboration within a team while also being comfortable working independently.
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