About the role#
This internship focuses on the data processing infrastructure that supports Palantir Foundry. You will work deep within systems that handle computation representation, query plan optimization, operator execution, and data efficiency. The team extends open-source technologies like Apache Spark, Apache DataFusion, and Apache Iceberg to meet the needs of our production environments.
What you'll do#
- Write new planning rules and add capabilities to a native execution engine.
- Optimize large tables to improve scanning performance.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers on design, code review, testing, and release cycles.
- Apply your knowledge of data systems to solve real-world engineering problems.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing or have recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or a similar field.
- You must be planning to graduate in 2028, and this should be your final internship before graduation.
- Proficiency in at least one language such as Java, Rust, Scala, C++, or C.
- Strong foundations in algorithms, data structures, and concurrency.
- Coursework or projects related to databases, compilers, operating systems, or distributed systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with open-source contributions is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is based in New York, New York.
- This is an on-site position.
- This internship is paid and full-time.
About Palantir Technologies
Palantir Technologies develops software for data integration and analytics. The company provides platforms for government and commercial enterprises to manage complex data sets. Its tools focus on data protection, governance, and artificial intelligence. Headquartered in Miami, the company employs nearly 6,000 people.
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