2027 North America Software Engineering Internship

The Trade Desk; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stock-based compensation

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Trade Desk in Irvine, CA is seeking a student to join our software engineering team as an intern. You will own and ship a meaningful project end-to-end, with mentorship from an experienced engineer, and collaborate with a globally connected team across distributed systems, data processing, ML/AI, and UI/UX.

You are enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program and expected to graduate between Autumn 2027 and Summer 2028.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program.
• Expected to graduate Autumn 2027 to Summer 2028.
• Available to work 3 days in-person in Irvine office (Tue, Wed, Thu).

Responsibilities

• Own and ship a meaningful project end-to-end.
• Receive one-on-one mentorship from an experienced software engineer.
• Collaborate with a globally connected team of engineers and other teams.
• Work with technologies across distributed systems, petabyte-scale data processing, ML/AI, and UI/UX.

Skills

OOP languages

Data structures

Self-directed learner

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Job description

The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world’s leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices. Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet – from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more. Advertising powers the content people love. By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide. The world's brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly. The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges – from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale. When you work here, your impact is worldwide. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another. If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges, we’d love to meet you.

The Trade Desk is a global technology company with a mission to create a better, more open internet for everyone through principled, intelligent advertising. Handling over 1 trillion queries per day, our platform operates at an unprecedented scale. We have also built something even stronger and more valuable: an award-winning culture based on trust, ownership, empathy, and collaboration. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Do you have a passion for solving hard problems at scale? Are you eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in building a better media ecosystem? Come and see why Fortune magazine consistently ranks The Trade Desk among the best small- to medium-sized workplaces globally.

What you’ll do

• Own and ship a meaningful project end-to-end. We believe strongly in ownership at The Trade Desk, and we are committed to you having something substantial to show for your time here that will make a positive impact for the team.
• Receive one-on-one mentorship from an experienced software engineer.
• Collaborate with a globally connected team of engineers, interns, and other teams across the world.
• Work with new technologies across a wide spectrum of computer science, including: distributed systems, petabyte-scale data processing, machine learning/AI, and UI/UX.

What you’ll need

• Fluent in one or more modern object-oriented programming languages.
• Strong grasp of data structures and algorithmic techniques.
• A quick and self-directed learner with ownership over the design, plan, and implementation of what you build.
• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree program.
• Expected to graduate between Autumn 2027 and Summer 2028.
• Availability to work 3 days in person in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and well-being programs.
• Stock-based compensation and other incentives may be offered based on role and company policy.
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan and opportunities to become a shareholder.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and additional time-off benefits as described in the official policy.

Note: Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement, or parental leave.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Please reach out to [e-mail] to request an accommodation or discuss any accessibility needs you may require to access our Company Website or navigate any part of the hiring process.

In accordance with various US state laws, the range provided is The Trade Desk’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location.