· Assist in developing and testing software components under the guidance of senior engineers, contributing to applications that support Driscoll’s global supply chain operations.
· Participate in solving real-world business problems by writing simple scripts, analyzing data, and helping improve internal workflows.
· Support integration work such as reviewing API behavior, validating data flows, and assisting with basic troubleshooting steps under supervision.
· Help document system behavior, test results, and code logic to ensure clarity and maintainability.
· Contribute to the design and improvement of tools used across Driscoll’s systems, including web, mobile, and backend applications.
· Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and team learning sessions to gain exposure to software engineering best practices.
· Assist with unit testing, performance checks, and quality verification of features being developed.
· Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and help deliver high-quality solutions.
· Support innovation activities by exploring new technologies, prototyping ideas, and sharing learnings with the team.
· Learn and apply security best practices for application development.
· Contribute to projects or tasks as assigned, with guidance from senior engineers.
· Communicate effectively with team members and business users, both verbally and in writing.
Candidate Profile***IMPORTANT***
- This is an on‑site, 12‑month internship based in Watsonville, CA, ideally starting in May/June
- A housing stipend is NOT available for this internship
- We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Requirements
• Must be a recent grad or senior graduating this summer
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline by Internship start
• Strong logical reasoning and analytical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated interest in software engineering—through coursework, personal learning, or small projects.
• Curious to learn new technologies, tools, and engineering concepts quickly.
• Ability to break down problems into smaller steps and explain reasoning clearly.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Attention to detail and willingness to follow structured engineering practices.
• Ability to manage time, stay organized, and follow through on tasks assigned.
• Interest in understanding how enterprise applications, APIs, and data flows power real business processes.
Compensation
The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.
The hourly range estimated for this internship is: $22-$30
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What We Do
Driscoll’s is the global market leader for fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll’s is passionate about growing great tasting berries.
Driscoll’s exclusive patented berry varieties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods – that means no GMOs. A dedicated team of agronomists, breeders, sensory analysts, plant pathologists and entomologists help grow baby seedlings that are then grown on family farms. Our independent berry growers then work with Mother Nature, using experience and know-how to get the very best out of each strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry plant.
Driscoll’s is serious about yummy berries! Driscoll’s is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries ™.
