2027 - Software Engineer Intern, Dublin - 6 Month Internship

MongoDB
Contract•Full-stack•Dublin, Ireland · Remote within Ireland · Hybrid
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At a glance

Employment type
Contract
Workplace
Hybrid
Category
Full-stack

Technologies & skills

Cloud & infrastructure

What you'll be doing

6-month full-time software engineering internship at MongoDB in Dublin, starting January 2027. Interns collaborate with engineers, contribute production code, and gain practical experience. Open to students with a foundation in computer science and proficiency in at least one major programming language.

Key requirements

Must-have

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Foundation in computer science theory, data structures, algorithms, and software design
  • Proficiency in at least one of: Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript, Node.js, or comparable object-oriented language
  • At least one semester remaining after internship (graduating Spring or Summer 2028)
  • Authorization to work in Ireland

Role signals

Technical focus
full-stack
Hands-on vs management
Hands-on

Full job description

This is a 6 month internship starting in January 2027

We’re seeking curious minds like yours to collaborate with full-time engineers and cross functional teammates, learn development standard methodologies, and gain practical software engineering experience.

Software engineering interns are fully integrated into software engineering teams across our Product and Technology organization. Interns spend their time pushing production-level code to make lasting contributions across MongoDB’s products and services for our internal teams, external customers, and developer end users.

What we are looking for in you (qualifications)

  • In the process of receiving a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

  • Have a foundation in computer science theory, with proficiencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.

  • Fluent in any one of the following programming languages:

  • Java,

  • Python, Go, C++,

  • Javascript,

  • Node.js - or a comparable object-oriented programming language.

  • Have a minimum of one semester remaining in university studies after the internship concludes. Graduation date in, Spring 2028 or Summer 2028.

  • Must be authorized to work in Ireland and provide the Company with copies of all relevant documents, if requested. Company sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates applying for certain roles.

What you'll find at MongoDB

  • Authentic Culture:

  • A workplace where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work, we believe that

  • Embracing the

  • Power of

  • Differences is the best way to broaden our own perspectives and foster innovation.

  • Personalized Mentorship:

  • Pair up with an engineering

  • Mentor, a

  • Program

  • Advisor from the

  • Early

  • Talent

  • Recruitment

  • Team, and an[

  • Employee

  • Resource

  • Group](https://www.mongodb.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) (ERG)

  • Guide to foster your growth.

  • Career Coaching Sessions: Access to a tailored training program designed uniquely for interns’ personal and professional development.

  • Work-Life Harmony:

  • Embrace "Bloom for

  • Interns" with access to mental and physical health benefits, paid time off, free lunch, and more!

  • Impactful Projects:

  • Contribute to projects where you can

  • Make it

  • Matter - your meaningful work will see the light of day.

  • Exclusive Networking:

  • Attend "Speaker

  • Series" and "Roundtables" to connect with our executives and departmental leaders.

  • Vibrant Community: Build connections with fellow interns and join after-work social events, virtual gatherings, and local city activities to create connections and friendships.

  • Path to Full-Time:

  • A chance to see if

  • Mongo

  • DB is where you see yourself long term with the possibility of receiving a full time offer at the end of the internship!

MongoDB internships are full-time (40 hours/week). The internship is a fixed term program, the start date will be January 2027 for a duration of 6 months. All interns are considered hybrid employees, designated the "in office" working model and are expected to be in their office location 3-5 days a week.

Due to the high volume of applications our Early Talent Recruitment Team receives, it may take up to six weeks to hear back regarding an update on your application status. Our goal is to get back sooner, but we appreciate your patience as our team carefully reviews each application.

About MongoDB

MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the data platform for the AI era, enabling builders to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified data platform, the most widely available, globally distributed data platform on the market, helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud-native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi-cloud data platform and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

With offices worldwide and over 67,000 customers, including AI-native startups and approximately 75% of the Fortune 100, relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software.

Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment, guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB.

To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy, we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB, and help us make an impact on the world!

MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.

MongoDB is an equal opportunities employer.

Req ID: 426470

Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the Software Engineer Intern role at MongoDB in Dublin is a 6-month, full-time, hybrid internship focused on hands-on software development, collaboration with engineering teams, and contributing production-level code using modern programming languages and cloud technologies.

  • Hands-on coding ability·High
  • Foundational CS knowledge·High
  • Teamwork and communication·Medium

Only have 30 minutes?

Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

Start 30-minute prep

Your 30-minute plan

  1. Review Data Structures and Algorithms

    0–10 min

    Spend time revisiting key concepts and practicing coding problems relevant to the role.

  2. Prepare Examples of Past Projects

    10–17 min

    Select 1-2 projects or assignments that showcase your programming skills and teamwork.

  3. Research MongoDB and Its Technology Stack

    17–22 min

    Familiarize yourself with MongoDB’s products, cloud platforms, and the languages mentioned in the listing.

  4. Practice Behavioral Interview Questions

    22–27 min

    Rehearse answers to questions about teamwork, learning new technologies, and time management.

  5. Prepare Questions for the Interviewer

    27–30 min

    Draft thoughtful questions about the internship structure, team culture, and growth opportunities.

Likely questions

, 6 items

Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

Talking points

, 5 items
  • Computer Science Theory (Data Structures & Algorithms)

    You will need to demonstrate your understanding of core CS concepts, as the role requires a strong foundation in these areas for effective problem-solving.

  • Programming Proficiency

    The listing emphasizes fluency in at least one language (Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript, Node.js), so be ready to discuss projects or coursework using your strongest language.

  • Software Design Principles

    You may be asked to explain your approach to designing maintainable, scalable, and efficient code, reflecting your grasp of software engineering best practices.

  • Teamwork and Communication

    Since the internship involves collaborating with full-time engineers and cross-functional teams, prepare examples of effective teamwork and communication.

  • Learning and Adapting to New Technologies

    The environment is fast-paced and uses a variety of technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, MongoDB), so be ready to discuss how you learn and adapt to new tools or frameworks.

What to research

, 4 items
  • Review Core Data Structures and Algorithms

    Brush up on arrays, linked lists, trees, hash maps, sorting, and searching algorithms, as these are fundamental to the role.

  • Practice Coding in Your Strongest Language

    Prepare to discuss and demonstrate your proficiency in at least one of the required languages (Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript, Node.js).

  • Understand Software Design Principles

    Review concepts like modularity, code readability, testing, and documentation to discuss how you write maintainable code.

  • Familiarize Yourself with Cloud Platforms

    Gain a basic understanding of AWS and Azure, as these are mentioned in the stack and may be relevant to your projects.

Questions to ask

, 6 items
  1. What types of projects do interns typically work on during the internship?

    Why ask this? To understand the scope and impact of your potential contributions.

  2. How are interns integrated into engineering teams and what support structures are in place?

    Why ask this? To learn about mentorship, onboarding, and collaboration processes.

  3. What does the onboarding process look like for new interns?

    Why ask this? To set expectations for your first weeks and how you’ll ramp up.

  4. How is feedback provided to interns throughout the program?

    Why ask this? To gauge how your growth and performance will be supported.

  5. Are there opportunities for interns to interact with other departments or participate in cross-functional projects?

    Why ask this? To assess the breadth of exposure and learning opportunities.

  6. What are the key qualities that make an intern successful at MongoDB?

    Why ask this? To identify what the team values most in their interns.

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