Cognizant

Node.js Developer Intern

InternshipHybridChennai, Tamil Nadu3 months28K/mo3 openingsImmediate / Rolling

About this internship

Kickstart your career at Cognizant in Chennai as a Node.js Developer Intern. This is a practical, project-based internship where you will be building scalable backend services with Node.js under the mentorship of senior team members, gaining exposure to real business challenges and…

Skills you'll use

Node.jsExpress.jsJavaScriptREST APIsMongoDB/SQLTypeScriptGitAsync ProgrammingTestingProblem Solving

What you'll do

Develop REST APIs with Node and Express
Model and query databases
Handle async flows, auth and validation
Write tests and structured logging
Debug and profile Node services
Document work clearly and act on feedback

Who can apply

Students in their final year and recent graduates (freshers) interested in a Node.js Developer Intern role
Freshers looking to build a career in software development
Candidates based in or willing to commute to Chennai
Career-switchers and self-taught developers who meet the skill requirements
Anyone eager to gain real, mentor-led coding experience

Perks & benefits

Internship Certificate on completionLetter of Recommendation for strong performersHands-on mentorship from experienced engineersReal-world, portfolio-worthy project experiencePre-Placement Offer (PPO) opportunity based on performanceFlexible, learning-focused work environment

Interview & selection process

3 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Resume & profile screening by Cognizant's recruitment team.
2Live coding / technical round relevant to the Node.js Developer Intern role.
3Final discussion with the hiring manager on your approach, learnings and fit.

About Cognizant

About Cognizant Cognizant is a leading global professional services company that helps clients modernise technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences. It is one of India's largest IT employers with major delivery centres across Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune and Kolkata. Products &…

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