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Who We Are: Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians. Who You Will Work With: Reporting to the Practice Leader, Development, the Software Development Intern role will be working with our backend service development team to build new features, documentation, and to enhance existing feature. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Software Development Intern to join our backend service development team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that power Interac’s products and services. As a Software Development Intern, you will work closely with the team to support the development and modernization of our backend systems. Here’s what you can expect to gain during your time: Hands-on experience with backend service development in a high-impact environment. Exposure to modern software development practices and tools. Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of digital payments. Mentorship and collaboration with experienced developers and technical leaders. Please note: There are three software development intern roles available reporting to three different teams. Submitting your application for this role will apply for each role. What You Will Do: Collaborating with developers to build new features and enhance existing ones. Improving unit test coverage to ensure code quality and reliability. Assisting in the consolidation and standardization of technical documentation. Supporting the team’s journey through application modernization initiatives. Exploring emerging technologies and contributing to development tasks related to payment system architecture. What You Bring: Currently completing an undergraduate degree from a creditable Canadian institution with a focus on computer science, software engineering or similar field Experience and understanding of programming languages, databases, unit testing, code management tools Posses understanding of concepts of unit testing, application logging Knowledge in Java Springboot is an advantage – you will be working in Java springboot framework and therefore you should be willing to learn and grow your skills Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities Effective written and verbal communication skills Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting Attention to detail, especially in documentation and testing Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python or OOP) Understanding of object-oriented programming principles Familiarity with RESTful APIs and backend service development Basic knowledge of unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, pytest) Experience using version control systems like Git Exposure to Agile development methodologies Although not required, you have some familiarity or previous experience with the following: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Understanding of microservices architecture Exposure to containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes (LN - we don't use Kubernetes on Interac Direct) Knowledge of payment systems or financial technologies (LN - I don't think we should limit our search to those with prior financial experience) Experience writing or maintaining technical documentation Interest or experience working with machine learning and/or data analytics What We’re Offering: The hourly pay range for this position is $21 to $23, and the internship term runs from May to August 2026. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. An internship opportunity at Interac also features: Flexible hybrid work model with monthly intern socials for better work-life balance Interac learning bootcamp designed to help you hit the ground running Convenient downtown Toronto office located minutes away from Union Station Why Join Us? At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect: Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians. Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible. Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential. Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together. Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness. Additional Pre-Employment Requirements: To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check. Equal Opportunity Employer Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at humanresources@interac.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs. Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. About Interac Corp. Interac empowers Canadians to transact digitally with confidence by providing payment and value exchange services. In helping to develop the future of money and data in Canada, security is the core of everything we do. We help keep Canadian customers safe and secure when transacting. With nearly 300 financial institutions connected to our network, Canadians choose Interac products over 20 million times a day on average to exchange money. Interac champions workplace culture, community, and corporate citizenship. We are proud to be one of Canada’s leading and most trusted financial brands. For more information, visit In The Know.