Front-End Developer Intern
At Interac, we design and deliver products and solutions that give Canadians control over their money so they can get more out of life. But that’s not all. Whether we’re leading real-time money movement, driving innovative commerce solutions like open payments for transit systems, or making advancements in new areas like verification and open banking, we are playing a key role in shaping the future of the digital economy in Canada.
Want to make a lasting impact amongst a community of creative thinkers, problem solvers, technical gurus and high-performance application developers? We want to hear from you.
Reporting to the Practice Leader, Front End Development, the Front-End Developer Intern will join the Interac e-Transfer development team. You will gain hands on experience in payment systems, learn about design specification, code designing solutions, writing code, performing unit testing, developing appropriate artifacts/documentation, and facilitating final delivery. The Front-End Developer Intern will gain proficiency in using version control (Git) and relevant tools such as SonarQube, Jira, Storybook, Cypress, Jest and Postman.
As part of the team, you will be collaborating with experienced developers, gaining insights into best practices, industry standards and innovative technologies, as outlined above, that are used in the development process. This is your chance to work on real-world projects, applying your skills to solve challenges and contribute to the enhancement of Interac e-Transfer.
You’ll be responsible for:
Working with lead and senior development leaders to understanding business requirements and translate them into design specifications and code
Designing solutions, writing code, performing unit testing, developing appropriate artifacts/documentation, and facilitating final delivery
Developing front-end web applications in Angular 12+
Brainstorming web page ideas with other developers and cross-functional teams using wireframing tools
Creating and maintaining relevant technical documentation
Working with test teams and supporting them in functional and performance testing
Building fully functioning components using Angular 15+ with unit and e2e tests.
Submit changes for a production system following best practices for front-end development
Prepare documentation (code documentation, user guide) and present completed projects/features to the team
You bring:
You are currently enrolled in a university or college program in a relevant discipline, such as Computer science or software engineering or similar field
Understanding of programming languages, databases, code management tools
You are well versed with Angular, React and have reasonable exposure to API integrations (NGRX or Nx)
Confidence in your ability to communicate verbally and written in a detailed and impactful way
A self-starter mindset with a drive for continuous learning – you have a natural ability to pick up new technology – you enjoy learning about new tools, technology, applications and how they work
Prior co-op experience in similar roles is an asset (i.e., Full Stack Developer Intern, Software Development Intern)
Prior experience with the following technical software is an asset:
HTML5, CSS3, SASS or LESS
Bootstrap
Foundation or Materialize
Although not required, you have some familiarity or previous experience with the following:
Understanding of Agile methodologies and processes.
Knowledge of Security in web platform such as WebAuthN and/or OAuth2
Experience with DevOps tools and processes.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills along with strong analysis and problem-solving skills
Workstyle: Hybrid (3 days on-site)
Location: Toronto
Term: September to December 2025
Duration: Monday – Friday
Interac requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks:
- Canadian criminal record check;
- Public safety verification;
- Canadian ID cross-check;
- 5-year employment verification;
- Education verification; and
- If applicable, Credit Inquiry and Social Media Check
How we work
We know that exceptional people have great ideas and are passionate about their work. Our culture encourages excellence and actively rewards contributions with:
Connection: You’re surrounded by talented people every day who are driven by their passion of a common goal.
Core Values: They define us. Living them helps us be the best at what we do.
Compensation & Benefits: Pay is driven by individual and corporate performance and we provide a multitude of benefits and perks.
Education: To ensure you are the best at what you do we invest in you
Please be aware of certain individuals fraudulently using Interac Corp.’s name and logo to offer fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. will never ask, solicit, nor accept any monies in exchange for employment opportunities. Any such offers of employment are fraudulent and invalid, and you are strongly advised to exercise great caution and disregard such offers and invitations.
Please note that under no circumstances shall Interac Corp. be held liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or other inconveniences resulting from or in any way connected to the actions of individuals performing such fraud. Further, such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.
