Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (Remote)
Riot Games13 hours ago
Los Angeles, CA, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with developers to create player-facing features for Riot’s live games.
- Build backend services supporting shared social, client, and platform features.
- Write code to process real-time data for game teams.
- Learn to operate services globally for millions of players.
- Build and maintain SDKs and APIs used by internal game customers.
- Participate full time for the 12-week internship duration.
Requirements
- Graduating in the 2028 calendar year.
- Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Engineering, or Technology-related degree program.
- Coding experience with an object-oriented programming language such as Java, C++, or C#.
- Knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Available to work full-time for the 12-week internship.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the internship duration.
Benefits
- Paid 12-week remote internship.
- Eligibility to participate in Riot’s 401(k) plan.
- In-game perks and participation in the Play Fund.
- Intern-focused events and opportunities to connect with fellow interns and Rioters.
- Applications close November 6, 2026.
About Riot Games
Riot Games develops and publishes online multiplayer games for PC and mobile, including League of Legends, Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, and Wild Rift. The company operates free-to-play titles monetized via in-game purchases and runs global esports leagues and events around its franchises. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Los Angeles, Riot is a subsidiary of Tencent with offices worldwide.