Software Engineer Intern, Pinterest

2027, USA

Salary not provided

The minimum and maximum salary for this position is $8,250 - $11,000 monthly

React

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Java

C++

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from US

Visual bookmarking tool for saving & discovering creative ideas

Be an early applicant

Visual bookmarking tool for saving & discovering creative ideas

1001+ employees

B2BLifestyleSocialDigital MediaSocial MediaAdvertising

Be an early applicant

Salary not provided

The minimum and maximum salary for this position is $8,250 - $11,000 monthly

React

TypeScript

JavaScript

Python

Java

C++

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from US

1001+ employees

B2BLifestyleSocialDigital MediaSocial MediaAdvertising

Company mission

To bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love.

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Company

Role

Who you are

Currently enrolled in a degree or education program working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or a related technical field
On track to graduate by June 2029
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms
Familiarity using AI as a learning, productivity, and engineering tool, and as an iterative coding partner, to accelerate engineering work while exercising strong judgment around accuracy, security, and when to ask for help
Experience with one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or C++, and familiarity with relevant frameworks, tools, or technologies such as React or similar. Technical requirements vary by team
Non-academic coding experience (e.g., hackathons, code challenges, personal projects, GitHub, open source, volunteer coding experience, conference participation, etc.)
Passion for Pinterest, comfort with ambiguity, and a growth mindset with a willingness to continuously learn

What the job involves

We’re looking for inquisitive, collaborative interns to join our engineering teams
Working closely with mentors and product, design, data, and backend engineers, you’ll learn how large-scale systems operate and use modern AI-assisted tools to help build new technologies, features, and tools
Expect real projects, supportive teammates, and plenty of opportunities to explore ideas that make a difference for our teams and Pinners
Demonstrate accountability and quality in your work while receiving support and guidance from your mentor, manager, and peers
Execute scoped technical tasks end-to-end to help build the future of Pinterest
Deliver code that is well-documented, tested, and operable
Leverage AI tools in your daily engineering workflow to accelerate delivery—brainstorming approaches, writing and refining code, and producing clear documentation
Communicate ideas and perspectives with candor as you grow professionally through learning and development opportunities
Collaborate with your team and contribute to real projects that impact Pinterest
Engage with leaders and employees across Pinterest and participate in a variety of optional company events

Application process

We offer 2 internship start dates:
May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027
June 14, 2027 - September 3, 2027

Our take

Inspiration and ideas can pop into your head at any time, and with the growth of social media and networking, sharing these interests and gaining exposure has never been easier. Pinterest exists to display these moments visually, as a kind of digital pinboard allowing users to save and share digital images which have inspired them.

Pinterest's emphasis on visual discovery has differentiated it from competitors and created a more positive and fulfilling experience for its users. Pinterest in many ways provides a respite from the ceaseless negativity that plagues social media such as Facebook and X, and this is perhaps responsible for its userbase expanding to 600M by late 2025.

With this type of success, Pinterest's future feels full of possibility. Recent industry chatter suggests that OpenAI may be eyeing the platform, which has sparked exciement for some and concern for others. While nothing is confirmed, the discussion highlights just how valuable Pinterest has become. Whether through potential partnerships or continues independent growth, Pinterest is very much going to keep on innovation and growing.

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Insights

9% employee growth in 12 months

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Company

Company HQ

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

Leadership

Bill Ready

(CEO)

Prior to joining Pinterest in 2022, Bill was the President of Commerce, Payments & Emerging Markets at Google.

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