About the role#
As a Software Engineering Intern, you will join one of our engineering teams for the Summer 2027 term. You will be a full member of the team from your first day. You will work on technical systems that scale and support our network of financial institutions. We use tools like Go, TypeScript, and Python to build our APIs and core systems.
What you'll do#
- Take ownership of a starter project during your first few weeks.
- Complete a capstone project that will ship to production by the end of your internship.
- Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teammates.
- Use AI-assisted development tools in your daily workflow.
- Participate in intern-specific onboarding and regular programming sessions.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, Physics, Math, Statistics, or a related field.
- You expect to graduate in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028.
- You have experience building projects through internships, coursework, or independent work.
- You have a strong grasp of computer science fundamentals and proficiency in at least one programming language.
- You have a product-oriented mindset and are comfortable navigating ambiguity.
- You are authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This internship is based on-site in either New York, New York or San Francisco, California.
- The role is full-time for the Summer 2027 term.
About Plaid
Plaid operates a data network that connects financial accounts to various applications and services. The company works with thousands of businesses, including major banks and financial service providers. It maintains coverage for over 12,000 institutions across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Founded in 2013, the firm is based in San Francisco and employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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