AI-Powered Software Engineer Intern – Zurich

Pinterest; Zürich; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Pinterest is seeking inquisitive, collaborative interns to join our engineering teams in Zurich. You’ll work closely with mentors from product, design, data and engineers on real projects, learning how large‑scale systems operate and building new technologies, features and tools.

Expect hands-on projects with guided feedback, opportunities to learn AI concepts, and a culture that supports growth and flexible work arrangements. This onsite internship runs full-time during typical business hours.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD program with expected graduation by June 2028.
• Strong CS fundamentals including data structures and algorithms.
• Experience programming in Java, Python, Go or C++.
• Familiar with backend development concepts, building services or APIs and data storage.
• Proven work building server-side applications, services or APIs via coursework or projects.
• Ability to use AI to accelerate engineering while validating outputs and maintaining security.
• Interest in solving complex problems in a collaborative environment.
• onsite internship in Zurich, 2–3 days in the office; commutable distance needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned technical projects with mentor feedback.
• Execute scoped tasks end-to-end contributing to Pinterest products and infrastructure.
• Deliver well-documented, tested, and operable code.
• Share ideas and perspectives clearly while learning from feedback.
• Build technical and professional skills through learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with team on production-oriented projects supporting Pinterest’s goals.
• Engage with leaders and peers across Pinterest and intern events.
• Gain foundational exposure to AI concepts and AI-assisted software development.
• Learn to use AI responsibly, validating outputs through testing and reviews.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

C++

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Computer Science or related

Tools

Git

REST APIs

Linux

Job description

Pinterest is seeking inquisitive, collaborative interns to join our engineering teams in Zurich. You’ll work closely with mentors from product, design, data and engineers on real projects, learning how large‑scale systems operate and building new technologies, features and tools.

Expect hands-on projects with guided feedback, opportunities to learn AI concepts, and a culture that supports growth and flexible work arrangements. This onsite internship runs full-time during typical business hours.