Introduction:
The Zebra revolutionizes how connected consumers research and shop for insurance. We’re excited to be growing our herd and are looking for summer interns who want to join our team virtually for the summer! Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives.
We’re looking for a motivated Software Engineer I Co-op to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of real-world software projects in a collaborative environment. You’ll gain exposure to our full tech stack and have the opportunity to learn from experienced engineers while delivering meaningful work.
Location:
Our employees can choose to work remotely in the U.S. Join us in our Austin, Texas office, or opt for a hybrid setup. Whether you prefer the structure of an office, the convenience of remote work, or a mix of both, we support what works best for you!
Please note - At this time we are not able to hire in California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York.
What You'll do:
Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of The Zebra comparison product and other products using Python, Django, and other modern technologies.
Work closely with other engineers, designers, and our growth marketing team to rapidly build, iterate, test, and deploy new features and products and maintain a high-quality robust codebase.
Improve and scale the existing products and tools.
Role details:
June 30 to December 31 2025
Time Commitment - full time, 40 hours per week
This will be a paid co-op
Requirements / Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java, C++).
Familiarity with web development, databases, or cloud technologies is a plus.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
A desire to learn, collaborate, and take ownership of your work.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Benefits + Perks:
Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. All of our employees can join and participate in (or create your own!) Employee Resource Groups. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:
Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
End early Fridays (wrap up work at 2pm CST on Fridays!)
Sabbatical program for tenured employees
HSA offering + employer contribution
Fertility support through Carrot
$100 monthly wellness perk
$300 pet reimbursement program
401k with match
Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ flexibility to enjoy it
Paid Parental Leave Program
Learning & Development Opportunities
Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know… but we really mean it)
About The Zebra:
The Zebra is the nation’s leading, independent insurance comparison site. With our dynamic, real-time quote comparison tool, consumers can identify insurance companies with the coverage, service level, and pricing to suit their unique needs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra has sought to bring transparency and simplicity to insurance shopping since 2012 -- it's “insurance in black and white.”
We've garnered attention and investment of some of the nation’s top venture capitalists. Check out all of our awards & recognition!
Our core mantra is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!
