Zoho

Backend Developer Intern

InternshipIn OfficeChennai, Tamil Nadu3 months28K/mo3 openingsImmediate / Rolling

About this internship

Kickstart your career at Zoho in Chennai as a Backend Developer Intern. This is a practical, project-based internship where you will be building the APIs, services and data layers that power applications under the mentorship of senior team members, gaining exposure to real business challenges and…

Skills you'll use

Java/Python/Node.jsREST APIsSQLDatabasesData StructuresGitCaching BasicsTestingDebuggingProblem Solving

What you'll do

Develop and maintain REST APIs and services
Design and query relational/NoSQL databases
Write tests and handle errors gracefully
Optimise queries and service performance
Collaborate with frontend and platform teams
Document work clearly and act on feedback

Who can apply

Students in their final year and recent graduates (freshers) interested in a Backend 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 Zoho's recruitment team.
2Live coding / technical round relevant to the Backend Developer Intern role.
3Final discussion with the hiring manager on your approach, learnings and fit.

About Zoho

About Zoho Zoho is a privately held software company offering a broad suite of cloud business applications, headquartered near Chennai and known for building products from India for the world. Products & Services Zoho works within the SaaS space, serving its clients and customers with dedicated…

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