Systems Engineer Intern - Summer 2026, Austin

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose - to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Visa's Internship Program provides an immersive, 12-week journey whereyou'llwork on impactful projects that drive Visa's mission forward. As a Visa intern,you'llbuild valuable connections across the organization, sharpen your communication and business acumen, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, global environment.

Throughout the program,you'llhave exclusive access to interactive workshops and learning sessions designed to deepen yourexpertise, expand your industry knowledge, and elevate your professional skillset. Youwon'tjust belearning,you'llbe contributing, collaborating, and innovating every step of the way.In addition to professional development,you'llenjoy a variety of intern social events that foster community, connection, and fun throughout the summer.

The experience culminates in an exciting final presentation, whereyou'llshowcaseyour project achievements, share key insights, and present your recommendations to Visa's leaders and stakeholders. This is your chance todemonstrateyour business impact, highlight your personal growth, and align your work with Visa's vision for the future.

We are seeking Systems Engineerinterns across our Technology organization. As an intern,you will take on meaningful work,engage in out-of-the-box problem solving, and participate in global case challenges and impactful initiatives. You will get the chance to work with multiple teams, systems, and products through a wide variety data sources. From technology to business, we are looking for people who can innovate, collaborate and bring Visa into the next level of a rapidly evolving digital marketplace.

During the internship, you will work on one or more hands-on projects with the team. Our summer internship also equips you with social and professional networking events and developmental workshops, designed to provide you the resources and training to have an impactful summer.

Some examples of previous summer intern job duties and projects:

• Leverage Generative AI tools to automate system administration tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce manual intervention
• Monitor system health using AI-driven analytics and proactively address potential issues before they impact service availability
• Communicate and work in a global distributed team
• Maintain and manage SharePoint lists and workflow to improve process and efficiency
• Identify apattern in existing historic data and suggest improvements
• Collaborate with the team to transform data to help make business decisions and build insights
• Employ creative methods for problem solving

As a summer Intern, you will be placed in one of the technology organizations at Visa and specific assignments will depend on upon your skills sets, interest, and team needs.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degreein Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, CIS/MIS, or a related field,graduating December 2026-August 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting languagesuch as Java, JavaScript, HTML, Python, Perl, shell scripting, Jupyter Notebook,etc.
• Experience with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of server and storage hardware (e.g., Dell, HPE, Supermicro) and GPU platforms (e.g., NVIDIA)
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools and concepts, and an interest in applying them to infrastructure management
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Familiar with data visualizing tools like Excel, MS Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• SQL query skills or familiarity with RDBMS would be a plus
• Showcase hands-on data handling to leverage new technologies to help drive critical business decisions
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• The ability to take on challenges and address problems head-on
• Strong ability to collaborate
• Highly driven, resourceful and results oriented
• Good team player and excellent interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and navigate through ambiguity

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY:The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $35-$40/hr which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Authorization:Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered.

Work Hours:Varies upon the needs of the department.

This is a hybrid position:Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Travel Requirements:This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.