Software Engineering, Airbnb
Intern
$7900 monthly (Bachelor’s) - $8100 monthly (Master’s)
More information about location
Community marketplace for holiday accomodation
Open for applications
Community marketplace for holiday accomodation
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$7900 monthly (Bachelor’s) - $8100 monthly (Master’s)
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To create a world where anyone can belong anywhere.
Role
Who you are
- If you’re passionate about learning, solving problems, and working with others, we encourage you to apply
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, with at least one semester remaining after the internship (expected graduation: December 2026–June 2027)
- Familiarity with computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, design patterns)
- Experience with one or more programming languages or tools (e.g. Java, Scala, Ruby/Rails, C++, SQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Objective-C, Swift, Kotlin)
- Proficiency with AI tools and technologies as part of your development toolkit, with the ability to write, debug, and explain code independently of AI assistance
- Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, with curiosity to learn new technologies
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Effective time management and adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Leadership experience, teaching, mentoring, or community involvement is a plus!
What the job involves
- Airbnb is excited to welcome Software Engineering Interns for our 2026 Summer Intern Program
- At Airbnb, our Engineering team brings our vision to life by building technology that fosters connection, belonging, and innovation across both tech and travel
- As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll be welcomed into a fast-moving, supportive community
- You’ll work on meaningful, end-to-end projects aligned with your technical interests and goals
- Your manager, teammates, and the broader employee community will strive to be Superhosts, providing mentorship, guidance, and a sense of belonging as you gain real-world experience and make a genuine impact on Airbnb’s products
- As an intern, you’ll experience what it’s like to be a Software Engineering partner at Airbnb
- Own and drive a capstone project from beginning to end
- Collaborate with teammates from diverse backgrounds to achieve project milestones
- Communicate regularly with your team and stakeholders to provide updates
- Proactively seek and incorporate feedback throughout your internship
- Help shape the future of connection, belonging, and travel through technology
- During the 12-week internship, you’ll be integrated into a team and contribute to challenging projects that make a real impact
- We offer the support, mentorship, fun, and hands-on experience you need to accelerate your learning
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and team meetings
- Write, test, and debug code to support your capstone project
- Learn from peers and mentors across the Engineering organization
- Participate in intern programming, workshops, and community events
- Share your unique ideas and perspective—your voice is valued here
- Important Note: Our 2026 Summer Intern Program design is still being finalized as we aim to create meaningful connection and community. As plans evolve, there may be in-person elements hosted at our San Francisco office, and we will share details well in advance if applicable
- We recognize that excellent engineers come from diverse backgrounds and experiences
Application process
- First window: December 8 – December 17, 2025
- Second window: January 12 – January 21, 2026
Our take
When Airbnb was originally founded, the product helped customers book air mattresses on people's apartment floors. Since then, Airbnb has had over a billion customers hosted through its platform. With more than 4 million registered hosts worldwide, it has grown into a major player in the hospitality sector.
Airbnb has been successful in disrupting the traditional holiday lettings sector. Before it existed accommodation was limited to hotels and bed and breakfasts, but Airbnb has mainstreamed the idea of renting out spare rooms or even entire homes. It has created a new sector of hosts purchasing properties to rent out on the platform and provides a level of flexibility and a range of offerings not previously possible for travelers.
Perhaps a victim of its own success, by 2022 supply of Airbnb-listed properties began to outstrip demand in some markets, as hosts overestimated the appetite for domestic travel. However, the company is still posting strong financials and has unveiled new tools to support its hosts in a tougher rental market. With a healthy bottom line and a huge user base, Airbnb is very likely to overcome the current market turbulence and continue its growth.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
25% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 10 rounds)
Apr 2020
$500m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Mar 2017
$447.8m
SERIES F
Total funding: $3.8bn
Company benefits
- Paid volunteer time
- Health food and snacks
- Generous parental and family leave
- Learning and development
- Annual travel and experiences credit
Company HQ
Showplace Square, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Brian Chesky
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously an Industrial Designer, studying at Rhode Island School of Design.
Nathan Blecharczyk
(Co-Founder & CSO)Studied Computer Science at Harvard, and had around 4 years of professional Software Engineering experience before founding Airbnb, including interning at Microsoft.
Joe Gebbia
(Co-Founder)Also studied Industrial Design at Rhode Island, and previously founded various design-related startups
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