Internship computer science

Job Title

Summer 2026 Internship – Computer Science Majors

Location:

OH - Columbus

What You'll Do

Western Alliance Bank is a nationally recognized commercial bank known for its strong financial performance, innovative technology platforms, and commitment to customer-centric solutions. With a broad footprint and deep regional expertise, WAB serves clients across diverse industries.

Western Alliance Bank IT is seeking motivated undergraduate students majoring in Computer Science or related fields for its Summer 2026 Internship Program. Interns will be placed across various IT functions and will contribute to real-world projects that support the bank’s digital transformation, enterprise systems, and software development initiatives.

About WAB IT

The Information Technology division at WAB powers the bank’s digital infrastructure and strategic technology initiatives. WAB IT supports key areas such as:

• Digital Banking & Customer Experience Platforms
• Payments, Lending Systems, CRM Technologies
• Corporate Technologies & Risk Management
• Enterprise Architecture & Cloud Solutions
• Mortgage Technology & Core Banking Systems
• Data Analytics & Automation
  
  

Interns will be assigned to teams based on their interests, skills, and business needs.

• Collaborate with IT teams on development, analytics, and automation projects.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint deliverables.
• Participate in design discussions, learn and implement solutions such as custom applications, SaaS or Commercial platforms, and middleware integrations.
• Assist in building internal tools or prototypes using technologies such as .NET, Python, SQL, and Azure.
• Support testing, documentation, and deployment of software solutions.
• Attend learning sessions and mentorship activities.
  
  

What You'll Need

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with programming languages and standards (e.g., React, Node.js, Python, Java, C#, RESTful APIs etc.) and cloud platforms.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Interest in financial services and enterprise technology.
  
  

Program Benefits

• Exposure to enterprise-scale IT operations and digital banking platforms.
• Mentorship from experienced IT professionals.
• Experience with modern development tools and agile methodologies.
• Networking opportunities across WAB’s technology and business teams.
• Potential pathway to full-time opportunities post-graduation.
  
  

Benefits You’ll Love

We offer all the important things you'd want — like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About The Company

Western Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Alliance Bank of Arizona, Alliance Association Bank, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank, and Torrey Pines Bank are divisions of Western Alliance Bank; Member FDIC. AmeriHome Mortgage is a Western Alliance Bank company.

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email [email protected] or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.

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