Tech Intern - Software Engineering - Platform Development (TPX)

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locations

PA - Philadelphia, 1800 Arch St

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id

R386411

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary
This job code is to be used for internships and co-ops. It is not to be used for temporary or contract workers.

Job Description
Comcast Internship Program
Discover opportunities designed to set your career in motion- Our 11-week summer program will help you cultivate meaningful relationships, develop strong interpersonal and business skills, gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a Fortune 40 media and technology company, and receive mentorship opportunities to expand your professional network.
TPX Overview
What organization will you be a part of?
Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience (TPX) organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience. From creating apps like

TVGo

to new features such as the Talking Guide on the X1 platform, we work every day to make a positive impact through innovation in the pursuit of building amazing products that are enjoyable, easy to use and accessible across all platforms. The team also develops and supports our evolving network architecture, including next-generation consumer systems and technologies, infrastructure and engineering, network integration and management tools, and technical standards.
Intern Job Description
Are you passionate about digital media, entertainment, and software services? Do you like big challenges and working within a highly motivated team environment?
As a

Software Development

Intern on the

Connected Living

team, you will

have the opportunity to work on Comcast’s flagship Xfinity App, which is

used by millions of Xfinity subscribers monthly.

As part of this development team

,

you’ll

be exposed to the latest in Cloud based technologies and development

paradigms, and

working on a truly

large-scale

application

--

providing essential experience to prepare you for

a software development role in a major technology corporation.
Who will the intern work with?
Software Engineers in Platform Development form the backbone of data and services used to power our

applications. In this role

you’ll

work regularly with peers in the platform and middleware development teams, hardware teams, and client application development teams.

You’ll

also work

closely with

infrastructure, dev ops, and test engineering squads.

You’ll

get to understand product and feature requirements from Product Managers in the organization, who will help you learn and understand our

product domain and set specifications for new features to best please our customers.

You’ll

also work

with engineering operations teams, who help us triage and troubleshoot issues, as well as cybersecurity teams who help us keep our applications secure.
What are some interesting problems the intern will work on?
In this role

you’ll

be exposed to

all aspects of platform software development

. Creating

cloud-based

architecture

s and solutions design, developing code to help power our applications

, and designing and

maintaining

infrastructure to host those applications. You will be exposed to the full breadth of the SDLC from design and architecture all the way through release and

support. Our teams focus on using Agile methodologies common to major software development organizations.
Where can this intern make an impact?
In the Connected Living

organization,

you will be working on the Xfinity App, which is used regularly by millions of Xfinity subscribers. Features and changes you develop will be available for use in our Android and iOS applications

and in a short matter of time will reach a large audience.

As the flagship app for our services,

the Xfinity App is

a

key and core part of the Xfinity customer experience.
J

ob Responsibilities
Intern responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Reviews,

writes

and edits codes. Conducts analysis to

determine

integration needs.

Researches,

writes

and edits documentation and technical requirements, including software design evaluation plans, test results and technical manuals.

Displays knowledge of engineering concepts and skills and knowledge of their application in the area of specified engineering specialty.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Skills
Familiarity with programming languages and basic programming skills

Technical problem

-

solving abilities

Strong communication

skills

Preferred Majors:

Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering

Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a United States-based college or university

Rising Junior or Rising Senior with

an anticipated

graduation date of December 2024, Spring 2025, December

202

5

or Spring 2026.

Returning to degree-program (for at least a semester) after the completion of the summer internship

Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship

needs

Available to work

40 hours

per week over the course of the summer

program

Available to report in-person to the work location on the job posting. Internship roles will be office-based with no virtual offerings.

Recommended GPA: 3.0 (candidates will be evaluated on overall skills, education, and experience)

Comcast is an Affirmative Action/EEO employer M/F/D/V

Compensation
Base Pay: $32.00 Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary

on our careers site for more details.
The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Education
Certifications

(if applicable)
Relative Work Experience
0-2 YearsComcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
About Us

At Comcast , you have the power to connect the world. Your career options are endless as you grow in your career. Explore your future with access to a variety of teams, locations, and resources in an expanding network. You can also explore additional opportunities at our company,

NBCUniversal

.

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