[Remote] Software Engineer Summer 2026 Internships

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Southwest Airlines is committed to providing a stable work environment with opportunities for learning and personal growth. They are seeking a Software Engineer Intern for Summer 2026 to work collaboratively on real-time projects within the Technology Department, impacting various teams that enhance airline operations through innovative technology solutions. Responsibilities • Analyze, design, write program code, test, document, and implement functionally appropriate, technically sound, and well-integrated application systems in accordance with Customer requirements, and organizational methodologies and standards. • Respond to production problems and implement immediate resolution efforts across technology areas. • Maintain awareness of technology trends in the area of responsibility. • Meet commitments and deliverables related to participating in projects. Skills • Progress towards degree, major, or minor in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Information Technology, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a similar degree. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process. • Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application. • To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (as defined by your university) at the time of application and during the internship. • 1-2 semesters remaining at the time the internship ends is preferred. • Experience with cloud technologies, with a preference for AWS services such as Lambda, EC2, S3, and IAM; cloud training or coursework in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. • Experience with scripting and software testing techniques. • Exposure to native app development. • Classroom and/or coursework in software development. • Classroom and/or industry experience using at least one programming language. • Classroom and/or industry experience using Java, API, Node Js, Python, JavaScript, JSON, XML, HTML, CSS, React, Jira, Kafka, GitLab basics, including pipelines and CI/CD concepts. • Exposure to or understanding of event-driven architecture. • Classroom and/or industry experience with React preferred. • Knowledge of Agile or Scaled Agile (SAFe) methodologies. • Basic knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, concepts, technologies, and technical options. • Ability to stay organized and manage multiple and concurrent assignments under tight deadlines. • Previous internship or work experience as a Software Engineer within the past 12 months. • Classroom and/or industry experience delivering presentations in a group setting. • Works well in a culture that is open, direct, respectful, courteous, and compassionate. Education Requirements • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required. • Progress towards a 4-year undergraduate degree preferred. Benefits • Receive free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel). • Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship. Company Overview • Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered . It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Apply tot his job