Sportradar's Coding Academy Internship 2026

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

ABOUT US:

Sportradar’s Coding Academy Internship Program is a great opportunity to kickstart your career in web development. Over four months, you’ll learn how to write high-quality code, collaborate in real development teams, and gain hands-on experience guided by our experienced Sportradar mentors.

At Sportradar, we believe web development is a team sport. Together with other interns, you’ll go through an intensive training and exercise program designed to prepare you for the challenges of modern web development while gaining insights into the workflows of our five development teams.

We leverage a broad range of technologies, giving you the opportunity to learn and work with:
Java • JavaScript • TypeScript • Go • PHP • MySQL • Git • Jira

THE CHALLENGE:

During the program, you’ll get to know the daily routines of professional web developers and practice essential skills for successful collaboration, including:

• Writing clean, maintainable code

• Applying Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles

• Practicing Test-Driven Development (TDD)

• Engaging in collaborative coding and teamwork

• Leveraging AI-powered development tools to enhance productivity, improve code quality, and support architectural decision-making

ABOUT YOU:

We’re looking for motivated, curious individuals eager to learn and grow into professional developers. Ideally, you bring:

• Basic knowledge of at least one programming language (Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, PHP)

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a growth mindset

• Openness to learning and proactivity in seeking help when needed

• A genuine desire to start a career in web development

OUR OFFER:

• A full-time, paid training internship (4 months, June–September 2026) for six interns, led by experienced Sportradar mentors

• Practical experience with professional web development methods

• Close collaboration with fellow developers and development teams

• Insights into the day-to-day work of our five development teams

• The ideal launchpad for your web development career

• The possibility of a permanent position after the program

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Application Review – We’ll carefully review your CV

• Online Program Presentation – Selected candidates will be invited to a 60-minute online session to get to know us and learn about the program structure and requirements

• Video Interview & Coding Task – Demonstrate your basic programming and problem-solving skills while giving us the opportunity to get to know you better

• Developer Interview – After conducting a detailed code review of your task, we’ll invite you to discuss your solution and our feedback, as well as your motivation, experience, and growth mindset

• Feedback & Offer – We’ll provide feedback and, if it’s a match, extend an offer to join our Coding Academy Internship Program

Estimated Timeline:

• Application submission deadline: March 15

• Application review and program presentation: Second half of March

• Video interview & coding task: March/April

• In-person interview: Second half of April

• Feedback & offer: Early May

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!