R&D Internship

esri· 4310 - Beijing R&D Center
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📍 Beijing, CN

About this role

Overview

Put your AI focused skills to the test as you work alongside senior staff to design and develop the next generation of Esri's innovative agentic software.

Responsibilities

Depending on your areas of study and interest, you'll work on our desktop, web, and or AI related product teams.

This past summer, interns in Software Development worked on a wide range of challenging projects such as:

  • Creating, running, and analyzing automated and manual tests for the latest AI unitalities consumed by varies of ArcGIS products
  • Creating TypeScript tools to support the development of the latest agentic software products
  • Helping validate and evaluate spec-driving AI co-development processes to increase development productivity
  • Helping convert, combine, and organize development documents to build RAG based knowledge base

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a 4 year undergraduate, graduate or PhD program majoring in computer science, computer engineering or a related field. Undergraduates must be in a junior or senior standing
  • Hands on experience using AI tools such as Copilot, Claude Code, Codex, Antigravity, OpenClaw
  • Familiar with the latest agentic concepts and implementation
  • Experience with TypeScript/JavaScript or Java
  • Existing work authorization for China

Recommended Qualifications

  • Experience with geospatial technology
  • Experience with HTML5, CSS3

 

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The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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The salary for this R&D Internship role at esri is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
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This R&D Internship role at esri is based in Beijing, CN. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the R&D Internship at esri belong to?
This R&D Internship position is part of the 4310 - Beijing R&D Center department at esri. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the R&D Internship position at esri?
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When was the R&D Internship job at esri posted?
This R&D Internship position at esri was posted on Sep 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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