C++ Generalist Software Engineer Co-op

Electronic Arts is seeking a C++ Generalist Software Engineer Co-op to join their EA Studios - SPORTS team in Vancouver. As a co-op student, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and contribute to the development of next-generation entertainment experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the game's UI tech stack
• Design, implement, debug, and maintain code for game features and components
• Communicate with engineers across the company to deliver online features for established and upcoming games
• Work with technical and non-technical game developers, both locally and remotely

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Legally authorized to work in Canada for the entire internship duration
• Enrolled in an accredited degree program and returning to school for at least one semester after the internship
• Graduating in May 2028 or later

Technical Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of modern C++ (object-oriented design, memory management, pointers/references, standard library data structures, and algorithms)
• Understanding of standard code formatting, syntax conventions, and build stability
• Ability to systematically trace logic errors and leverage standard IDE debugging tools

Desired Qualifications:

• Local testing awareness and conceptual understanding of unit testing and integration tests
• Basic hands-on experience with version control systems (Git or Perforce)
• Familiarity with modern game engines (Frostbite, Unreal, Unity, Godot)

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, mental health support, retirement savings, paid time off, and free games