Software Engineer Intern - SDS e-Commerce Team

Staples is business-to-business. You are what binds us together.  

We’re searching for you: fresh talent with new ideas, innovation, passion, and drive to bring to Staples. Do you have a passion for people and enjoy working on a collaborative team? Are you looking for an environment where your efforts directly impact business results? Well, look no further. We are looking for a smart, passionate, and driven intern to join our Staples team, and you might be the person we are looking for.  
 

Program Start Date: June 7, 2027 
 

NOTE: Please identify the intern position you are applying for in your cover letter, as there are 3 different roles available. 

Position #1: Software Engineer for AI 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Assist in developing and testing search algorithms and models. 
• Support the implementation of NLP techniques for query understanding. 
• Work on data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation. 
• Collaborate with team members to improve search performance and relevance. 
• Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and search technologies. 

What's Needed - Basic Qualifications: 
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. 
• Basic understanding of machine learning, NLP, and information retrieval. 
• Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or C++. 
• Exposure to machine learning libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn) and technologies (LangChain, LangSmith) is a plus. 
• Eager to learn and experiment with new technologies in a collaborative environment. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

What's Needed -Preferred Qualifications: 
• Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to learn new things quickly 
• Understanding of search platforms (Elasticsearch, Solr) is a bonus. 
• Basic knowledge of big data tools (Hadoop, Spark) is beneficial. 
• Previous projects or coursework related to search, ML, or AI are highly valued. 
• Enjoy working in teams and being highly communicative 
• Able to multitask and be flexible to new initiatives 

Position #2: Title: Software Engineer for UI (Frontend) 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Develop and maintain front-end components using React.js. 
• Assist in building and integrating backend APIs using Node.js. 
• Collaborate with the design and development teams to implement user-friendly UI/UX. 
• Debug and optimize code for performance and scalability. 
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in web development. 
 

What's Needed - Basic Qualifications: 
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. 
• Familiarity with React.js and its core principles. 
• Understanding of Node.js and RESTful API integration. 
• Eager to learn, with a passion for web development and UI design. 
 

What's Needed -Preferred Qualifications: 
• Experience with version control systems like Git. 
• Basic understanding of state management libraries (Redux, Context API). 
• Knowledge of front-end build tools like Webpack or Babel. 
• Exposure to databases (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL) and server-side development.   

Position #3: Title: Software Engineer for Backend (Java/Python )    

Key Responsibilities: 
• Assist in developing and testing eCom backend models. 
• Support the implementation of Java-based frameworks like Spring, Spring Boot (OR) Python-based frameworks. 
• Should be able to think differently for Software Solutions. 
• Collaborate with team members to improve backend Services performance. 
• Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Technology with an AI-based thought process. 

What's Needed - Basic Qualifications: 
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or AI. 
• Basic understanding of machine learning, NLP, and information retrieval. 
• Familiarity with programming languages like Java or Python  
• Exposure to machine learning libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn) is a plus. 
• Eager to learn and experiment with new technologies in a collaborative environment. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

What's Needed -Preferred Qualifications: 

• Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to learn new things quickly 
• Demonstrated leadership qualities are a big plus 
• Understanding of eCom platforms is a bonus. 
• Basic knowledge of big data tools (Hadoop, Spark) or any NoSQL is beneficial. 
• Previous projects or coursework related to ML or AI are highly valued. 
• Enjoy working in teams and being highly communicative 
• Able to multitask and be flexible to new initiatives