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Comcast Software Engineer Co-op

Comcast · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$32.00 per hour
Job type:
Full Time

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting‑edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace.

Job Summary
Comcast’s Drexel Co‑op Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, build lasting connections, and grow professionally in a dynamic and inclusive environment. This paid, 6‑month immersive experience places students at the heart of our business, working alongside talented professionals on meaningful projects that contribute to real outcomes. As a trusted member of the team, you’ll gain exposure to the inner workings of a global media and technology company while developing skills that will serve you well in any career path.

Job Description
• Hands‑On Learning & Impactful Work: tackle real business challenges, collaborate across teams, and contribute ideas that drive results from day one.

• Community, Connection & Giving Back: build meaningful relationships through social events, peer engagement, and shared experiences. You’ll also have the opportunity to give back through Team UP, Comcast’s volunteer initiative.

• Mentorship & Support: receive guidance from experienced professionals through our dedicated mentorship program, helping you navigate your co‑op and beyond.

• Professional Development: participate in a custom onboarding experience, a curated learning series, and networking events designed to help you build new skills, explore career paths, and gain insights from professionals across the organization.

Organization & Team Overview
Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience (TPX) organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams continually develop and deliver products that transform the customer experience, from creating apps like TVGo to new features such as the Talking Guide on the X1 platform. We also develop and support our evolving network architecture, including next‑generation consumer systems and technologies, infrastructure and engineering, network integration and management tools, and technical standards.

Role Description
Software Engineer – Responsible for managing the complete life cycle of moderately complex projects, including approval, planning, execution, and closeout to ensure planned results are achieved on time. Develop timelines and plans, ensure progress to plan, track critical project achievements and communicate progress to all stakeholder.

What are some interesting problems the student will work on?

Family of “P2” software tools that together navigate and enable construction of The Internet

Construction workflow management

“The Internet” infrastructure changes

Reporting

Operations

Where can this student make an impact?

Thinking

Learning Business

Converting business to technical ideas

Converting these ideas to computer programs

Being available

Sharing knowledge

Helping others on a team

Job Responsibilities

Creating great software products with Clojure, ClojureScript, Redis, Kafka, PostgreSQL

Evolving infrastructure: HashiCorp stack (Nomad, Consul, Vault, Terraform), AWS, ELK, Telegraf, Grafana

Critical Thinking

Business Acumen

Translating business requirements into technical solutions

Reliability

Documentation and knowledge sharing

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Majors
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems

Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from Drexel University, with a cooperative learning track

Available to work 40 hours per week for 6 months starting September 22, 2026, through March 26, 2027

Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship needs

Available to report in‑person to the work location on the job posting

Skills
Not specified.

Compensation
Base Pay: $32.00 per hour. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Education
Not specified.

Certifications
0‑2 Years (if applicable).

EEO Statement
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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