About the role#
NexBreak Venture is looking for a Growth Engineer Intern to help build and launch AI-native products. This is a 0 to 1 position focused on taking concepts to early traction. You will build the growth mechanics that turn prototypes into scalable businesses.
What you'll do#
- Design, build, and ship technical growth mechanisms such as acquisition funnels, onboarding flows, referral loops, and activation triggers.
- Create lightweight analytics and experimentation infrastructure to measure performance and iterate quickly.
- Rapidly prototype and test growth hypotheses across new AI products.
- Handoff successful mechanics to product teams.
- Drive measurable traction through your engineering work.
What you'll need#
- A BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in growth engineering, software engineering, or a technical product role.
- Strong hands-on coding skills in Python, SQL, or JavaScript.
- A founder's mindset and the ability to solve complex problems independently.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to present data clearly to decision-makers.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Mountain View, California.
- The position is on-site and full-time.
- The internship follows a rolling term structure.
- This is a paid position.
About NewsBreak
NewsBreak operates a digital platform that aggregates local news and community information. The company connects users with content from over 10,000 sources across the United States. It maintains a focus on machine learning and natural language processing to personalize information delivery. Founded in 2015, the organization is based in Mountain View, California.
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