About the Course
The J.P. Morgan Software Engineering Virtual Experience Program is a free, self-paced course designed to help students, freshers, and aspiring developers understand what it’s like to work as a software engineer at a global financial leader. This virtual internship simulates real-world tasks handled by J.P. Morgan technologists and allows you to complete them at your own pace, from anywhere in the world.
By participating in this program, you’ll explore various components of enterprise software development including backend architecture, API integrations, data streaming with Kafka, and unit testing. It provides valuable insights into the workflows, responsibilities, and technologies used by engineering teams at J.P. Morgan, making it ideal preparation for internship and full-time roles in the tech domain.
What You’ll Learn
Set up a backend development environment using Maven and Java
Work with Spring Boot to develop RESTful APIs
Integrate Apache Kafka into an application for real-time data streaming
Connect to and query H2 in-memory databases
Implement external API integrations into Spring-based applications
Follow agile methodologies and sprint-based workflows
Learn clean coding practices and write modular, maintainable Java code
Debug and troubleshoot software systems with guidance from expert engineers
Explore common enterprise tools and practices
Complete hands-on simulations of real engineering tasks
Who Should Take This Course?
This job simulation is suited for:
Students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields
Entry-level developers and coding bootcamp graduates looking to build job-ready project experience
Candidates applying for internships or graduate programs at J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, or other top financial firms
Career switchers transitioning into backend or full-stack development
Anyone looking to build a strong GitHub portfolio and gain a credible certificate
The program is open globally and requires no prior experience, application, or interview.
Course Details
Provider: J.P. Morgan via Forage
Course Type: Virtual Job Simulation
Platform: Forage
Duration: 4–5 hours (self-paced)
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Certificate: Yes, provided upon completion
Cost: Completely free
Tools Used: Java, Spring Boot, Maven, Apache Kafka, REST API, H2 Database
Access: Instant registration with no approval required
Deadline: Open enrollment year-round
You will complete five structured tasks that simulate a typical software engineer’s workflow:
Project setup and environment configuration
Kafka integration and stream handling
Working with H2 databases and SQL
API exposure with Spring Boot
External API integration and testing
Each module comes with sample solutions, pre-recorded explanations, and optional code reviews.
Ready to Start Learning?
Apply now through Forage to begin your J.P. Morgan Software Engineering Virtual Experience Program.
