Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

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Needham, MA
In-Office
Internship
Fintech • Hardware • Software
HPR is building the future of Capital Markets Infrastructure with elite engineering talent.
The Role
As a Software Engineering Intern, you will design, develop, and debug applications in C on Linux systems to process high-throughput network data.
Summary Generated by Built In

HPR is seeking Computer Science and Computer Engineering students to join our award-winning FinTech company. HPR is a dynamic and rapidly growing technology company at the forefront of the high-performance electronic trading industry. As a leader in innovative products and services, we are dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions that empower tier-1 financial institutions to execute trades rapidly. Our commitment to excellence has fueled our rapid growth, making us an influential player in the market.

As a Software Engineering Intern at HPR, you will build upon your strong academic background as you help us advance state-of-the-art, high-performance computing and electronic trading. You will design, develop, and debug C applications running on multi-core Linux systems, to process large amounts of high-throughput, low-latency network data.

Education Requirements

  • Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field and have attained Sophomore standing or higher
  • Successful completion of a course(s) related to Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, Machine Structure & Assembly-Language, Performance Engineering, and/or Networks & Protocols
  • Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, if on a 4.0 scale

Basic Qualifications

  • Relevant programming experience in an internship or academic environment, demonstrating strong engineering skills
  • Demonstrated ability to read and write C code
  • Familiarity with Linux Bash/Shell environment
  • Relevant programming experience developing Python or Java applications
  • Strong technical skills, with an interest in expanding knowledge of coding languages
  • Capable of working collaboratively in a fast-paced technical environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Desire to work with low-level technologies 
  • Familiarity with network socket programming and TCP

Our goal is to ensure a robust learning experience, providing you with new friends, mentorship, and a foundation to start building a strong professional network. We do not offer any fake “intern projects” at HPR. Our Software Engineering Interns are actively engaged, making meaningful contributions to our team on a daily basis.

HPR is a collaborative organization. As a member of our team, you are in the thick of everything. Walls do not divide teams, and you will work side-by-side the most talented developers, designers and programmers in the business. We offer competitive compensation and perks in a professional and fun setting. At HPR you’ll enjoy generous employee perks including casual dress code, team events, free food and lunches, and more!

Top Skills

Bash
C
Java
Linux
Python
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The Company
HQ: Needham, MA
97 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

We are a rapidly growing company that’s shaping the future of the capital markets infrastructure with cutting-edge, hardware, software, and networking technology. Built by engineers, led by engineers, join us as we create the infrastructure that is becoming the standard for trading in stock markets worldwide.

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