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London Stock Exchange GroupColomboInternship

Engineering Intern - Software Engineer

Join LSEG as a 6-month Engineering Intern in Colombo, focusing on software engineering with C++ or Java. Gain real-world experience in agile teams, software development, and testing while exploring career paths in a global financial markets infrastructure company.

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Role and Responsibilities

  • Contribute as a C++ or Java engineer in an agile scrum team.
  • Understand software modules and subsystems from design to quality perspectives.
  • Translate story-level requirements into tasks and implement code with senior support.
  • Apply code changes using standard methodologies under supervision.
  • Gain experience in unit, component, and end-to-end software testing.
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Candidate Requirements

  • Penultimate or final-year STEM student graduating between summer 2027 and 2028.
  • Curious about data analysis and problem-solving.
  • Adaptable, focused, resilient in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good communication and collaboration skills.
  • Interest in backend software development.
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Program Details

  • 6-month internship starting 9 November 2026 in Colombo – Malabe hub.
  • Simulates LSEG Engineering Graduate Programme experience.
  • Project-based learning with exposure to various LSEG departments.
  • Real roles contributing to organizational success.
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Application and Recruitment Process

  • Apply by 4 September 2026; early applications encouraged.
  • Stages: application and resume submission, technical and coding assessment.
  • Immersive online assessment to simulate LSEG work environment.
  • Video interview with strength-based questions.
  • Half-day assessment centre with multiple exercises.