Two Months In: Two Coupa India Campus Interns Share What They’ve Discovered So Far

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Written by Len Abbazia

For our Coupa India campus interns, they don’t just observe innovation but get to experience it firsthand.

From collaborating with engineers to contributing to real projects, interns gain a deeper understanding of how technology, teamwork, and culture come together to build solutions that matter.

We recently asked a group of our Coupa India campus interns a simple question: “What is something you discovered about Coupa while working on your project?”

Their responses highlight what makes the Coupa experience unique.

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Katta (pictured second from right) and Santosh (pictured right) with the team in Pune
A Culture That Encourages Learning For Santosh Yadav, the biggest surprise wasn’t the technology. It was the openness of the people around him. “Initially, I was hesitant about approaching senior managers, but they made sure I always felt comfortable reaching out. This supportive and open environment made learning very smooth.” In just a few months, Santosh discovered how a collaborative culture can accelerate learning and confidence.

Engineering Excellence Through Collaboration For Katta Sravya Reddy, the experience revealed how deeply collaboration is embedded in Coupa’s engineering culture. “When I refactored my backend code based on my mentor’s comments, I realized how much the team values clean, maintainable, and scalable code versus the approach of just making things work.” Through code reviews, mentorship, and open communication, interns gain exposure to real-world engineering practices that strengthen both their technical and professional skills. Building the Future Together At Coupa, innovation is a team effort, and our interns are an important part of that journey. Their experiences reflect what we believe makes Coupa special: a culture where people are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and grow together. Interested in starting your own journey? Visit our Life in India page, explore opportunities at Coupa Careers and join our Talent Community.