Engineering Intern - Software Engineer

Programme start date: 9 November 2026

Our Engineering Internship has been crafted to simulate our Engineering Graduate Programme so that you can understand what a career in Engineering at LSEG would really be like.  

To be eligible, you must be a penultimate- or final-year students graduating due to complete your degree between summer 2027 to summer 2028 and studying in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).

During your time with us you will have the opportunity to explore potential career paths by working within our LSEG Markets Engineering as an Engineering Intern focusing on Software Engineer field.

We have opportunities for students to join our Colombo – Malabe hub as an Engineering Intern.

Main responsibilities during your 6-month internship

• Contribute as a C++ or Java engineer in an agile scrum team.
• Work towards understanding software modules and subsystems from design to quality perspectives
• With support from senior engineers with translate story-level requirements into tasks and implement them in C++ or Java code.
• With supervision apply code changes with integrity and standard methodologies.
• Gain experience in software quality through unit, component, and end-to-end testing.

We will also support you in discovering more about the areas of LSEG by connecting you with the relevant departments so that you can learn more about them. All the while you will be applying your new skills to real world business challenges, through project-based learning. 

These are real roles; as an intern, you play a part in the success of our organisation, just like you would do as a graduate. 

What we are looking for: 

We are passionate about recruiting people who are interested in pursuing a career as an Engineer and would like to learn about the full breadth of our business – and are interested in playing a part of our development, as it grows and diversifies. 

• A curiosity for data and an ability to analyse information to draw conclusions and propose solutions. 
• The environment we work in is fast paced, you’ll need to demonstrate focus, resilience and the flexibility to adapt to changing demands. 
• People who can collaborate with others, using their communication skills in the process. 
• Understand and an interest in gaining exposure to Backend Software Development
• Studying Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Ideal candidates will have the rights to work in the Sri Lanka without restrictions for the duration of the internship programme.
• Candidates who can join the programme from Nov 2026 and stay with us for 6 months.

You will stand out to us if you can demonstrate and recognise that what you achieve is equally important as how you achieve it. 

Applications close:  4 September We recommend an early application because we consider candidates on a rolling basis.

Recruitment Process:

The first stage of the recruitment process involves making an application and submitting your resume. The second stage is completing Technical and Coding Assessment. The third stage of the application process is an Immersive Online Assessment. The assessment is designed to give you an insight into what it’s like to work at LSEG The fourth stage is a video interview where you will answer a series of questions using a strength-based-interview style The final stage is a half day assessment centre which involves several different types of exercises – further information is provided at the point of invite. 

Please review all the internship opportunities and make one application only. If you make more than one application, we will review your first application only.

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London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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