At Royal Caribbean Cruises, we offer a 10-week paid, skill-enriching, innovation-generating summer advantage. Our interns innovate, collaborate, and deliver. Looking for an internship where you’ll fill coffee orders and file papers? This isn’t the one. We’re counting on our interns to bring fresh ideas and own exciting projects in the works.
Still not hooked? Let’s talk about the perks. Philanthropy days, exclusive events, and working with world class technical teams. From stunning beaches to drool-worthy Cuban food, a summer in South Florida is one you’ll never forget.
Team Overview
Our Shipboard Engineering team is a dynamic group of software engineers who specialize in developing on-prem and AWS cloud-based solutions that enable enhance our Guests and Crew experience onboard our ships. This exciting and business critical area leverages cutting edge technologies and best practices to solve complex business problems and deliver high-quality software. Committed to continuous learning and agile methodologies, we strive to stay at the forefront of technology trends to meet and exceed customer expectations.
Internship Overview
As a Software Engineering Intern in the Shipboard Engineering Department, you will collaborate with experienced mentors to design and develop innovative applications, adhering to our engineering best practices and guidelines. You’ll engage with cutting-edge technologies and work alongside industry experts to address real-world challenges, deploying solutions across our entire fleet. This internship serves as a launchpad for a successful career in travel technology, providing mentorship, growth opportunities, and invaluable hands-on experience.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor degree program in Computer Science or related field with an expected graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026.
- Must be willing to be based in South Florida from June 2nd – August 8th, 2025
- A minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA is preferred
- Must have authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis
Knowlede & Skills
- Foundational education and experience in Computer Science topics
- Core understanding of computer programming and experience with languages like Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, or other
- High level of problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to be adaptable and comfortable in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to think strategically, while managing the details
- Ability to apply project management skills to support short term assignments
- Skills using all Microsoft programs, especially PowerPoint and Excel
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, agendas, and Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)