ABOUT MASTERCARD: MasterCard Internship Programme MasterCard is looking for brilliant, passionate and innovative Interns to join our technology teams in Dublin. The following is an overview of what our programme can offer you - LIFE AT MASTERCARD At MasterCard Ireland, you'll find a work environment that reflects our mission: to leverage our technology and expertise to make payments safe, simple and smart. This translates into a highly energetic and collaborative workplace, where new ideas are welcomed, creativity and ownership are recognized, and hard work is rewarded. Colourful, Friendly, Fun, Professional These are just some of the words to describe our super new state-of-the-art building in Leopardstown, Dublin. Our workplace reflects our commitment to a work environment that encourages innovation, thoughtful risk-taking and teamwork. There is a good vibe when you walk through our space. It is hi-tech, inspiring and demonstrates pride in our brand. The futuristic new headquarters is itself a striking statement about our belief in the future of our company and our industry. Work at the cutting edge of Technology At MasterCard Ireland, you'll not only be working with the best technologists in Ireland, but across the globe. We are currently working on the most exciting innovations shaping our industry and beyond – the Internship program offers the opportunity to be part of this. Our technology breakthroughs have a profound and positive impact on businesses and individuals around the world — each and every day. INTRA POSITION: Internship Software Engineering Do you: •	Love coding? •	Want to work at the core of cutting edge technology? •	Work great in a team and great on your own? •	Have a strong desire to deliver world class solutions? •	Want to gain experience in building robust, flexible, scalable backend systems AND/OR beautiful and intuitive user interfaces? This is a software engineering role in a fast-paced agile development team environment Example of the technologies you will be using: •	Java [JEE, Spring, Hibernate, App Servers] •	Web [CSS, HTML5, Javascript, Photoshop] •	Database [Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, Hadoop] •	Mobile [iOS, Android, J2ME, JavaCard] Knowledge/Experience (preferred): •	Basic understanding and knowledge of Software Engineering Concepts and Methodologies is required. •	Familiarity of some or all of the following technologies: Java, Groovy/Grails, JavaScript, AJAX, XML, SQL • Knowledge of the following Application/Web Servers: Tomcat, Apache Skills/Abilities: •	Must be high-energy, detail-oriented, proactive and technology driven to perform as an integral part of the Software Engineering team. •	Strong communication skills -- both verbal and written – and ability to quickly learn and implement new technologies, application appropriate frameworks and tools. •	Willingness, ability and self-motivation to learn and take on challenging opportunities.