Intern - Software Engineer (Systems)

Job Summary

We invest heavily in new talent. Your energy and fresh ideas are vital to cementing our position as a market -leader. We’ll push you beyond your comfort zone with a belief that no idea is off-limits. At the same time, you’ll have all the resources, mentoring and feedback you need to grow. What’s more, whatever your role, you can be yourself in a team that celebrates individuality and welcomes different perspectives.  

As an Intern - Software Engineer (Systems), you would participate in product design, development, verification, troubleshooting, and delivery of a system or major subsystems for our flagship storage operating system, ONTAP. These positions require individuals to be creative, team-oriented, technology savvy, driven to produce results and demonstrates the ability to take a cross-team leadership role.   

About ONTAP: ONTAP is a powerful platform known for its advanced data management capabilities, supporting mission-critical applications worldwide. As an Intern - Software Engineer (Systems), you will be part of a talented team responsible for developing, testing, and debugging software that powers NetApp’s cloud, hybrid-cloud, and on-premises solutions.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with the team on new feature development and engineering escalations
• Participate in all phases of the product development cycle: definition, design, implementation, debugging, testing, and early customer support
• Work closely with team members and other teams to understand customer needs and deliver solutions
• Solve technical issues collaboratively with other engineers

Job Requirements

Our intern work differs depending on the team and project work but some potential areas of focus and skill sets are:  

• Basic knowledge of system software design and development
• Hands-on experience with C and C++
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux System Programming and Multithreaded programming
• Understanding of OS internals, algorithms, and data structures
• Experience in the Storage Domain is a plus

Other helpful skillsets:  

• Projects, experiences, or coursework related to areas such as: Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Multi-Threading, Data Structures & Algorithms   
• Proven aptitude for learning new technologies   
• Creative and analytical approach problem solving skills   
• Strong oral and written communication is necessary for success   
• Ability to work on a diverse team or with a diverse range of people  

Additional Details: 

Job Posting Info: This is a pipeline position that will be opened on a recurring basis and used to fill roles aligned with the required skill sets. All resumes will be carefully reviewed; however, there may be a delay in our response.

Program Dates: This is a 10-12 week internship with start dates in May or June 2026.  Recruiting efforts will be ongoing until specific teams find an ideal match. 

Thrive Together: NetApp’s approach to in-person and remote work will be a flexible hybrid model that emphasizes flexibility for employees and puts our talent first. 

Education & Experience

Must be enrolled in an educational or professional program through summer 2026 or later.