Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Patreon; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Patreon is seeking Software Engineering Interns for a 12-week summer program in San Francisco or New York, with a hybrid model requiring in-office presence three days per week. The program runs May–August 2027 and targets students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.

You will build and ship features that support the creator economy, work closely with engineers, product managers, designers, and data scientists, and gain hands-on experience under an engineering mentor.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong fundamentals in CS and data structures.
• Experience with at least one modern programming language.

Responsibilities

• Build and ship a feature supporting the creator economy.
• Collaborate with a world‑class engineering team across disciplines.
• Receive mentorship, tackle technical challenges, and grow technical skills.
• Participate in team activities and events.

Skills

Python

Swift

Kotlin

TypeScript

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related field

Job description

the company is a media and community platform where over 300,000 creators give their biggest fans access to exclusive work and experiences. We offer creators a variety of ways to engage with their fans and build a lasting business including: paid memberships, free memberships, community chats, live video, and selling to fans directly with one-time purchases.

Ultimately our goal is simple: fund the creative class. And we're leaders in that space, with:

• $10 billion+ generated by creators since the company's inception

• 100 million+ free memberships for fans who may not be ready to pay just yet, and

• 25 million+ paid memberships on the company today.

We're continuing to invest heavily in building the best creator platform with the best team in the creator economy and are looking for Software Engineering Interns to support our mission.

This role is based in San Francisco or New York and open to those who are able to be in-office 3 days per week on a hybrid work model.

Our summer internship is a 12-week program running May–August or June–September 2027. This internship is designed for students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.

About the Role

What you will do:

• Make an impact. You’ll build and ship a feature that directly supports the creator economy and helps your favorite creators turn their passions into sustainable careers.
• Collaborate with the best. You’ll be embedded within a world‑class engineering team, working closely with engineers, product managers, designers, and data scientists to bring your project to life.
• Learn and grow. With guidance from an experienced engineer mentor, you’ll tackle technical challenges, gain hands‑on experience, and grow your skills throughout the internship.
• Have fun! Beyond building great products, you’ll participate in team activities and events.

About You

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (i.e. Mathematics, Physics).

• Strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals and data structures.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Swift, Kotlin, or TypeScript.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow through feedback.
• Genuine passion for the company’s mission and supporting the creator economy.

About Patreon

Patreon powers creators to do what they love and get paid by the people who love what they do. Our team is passionate about making this mission and our core values come to life every day in our work. Through this work, our Patronauts:

• Put Creators First | They’re the reason we’re here. When creators win, we win.
• Build with Craft | We sign our name to every deliverable, just like the creators we serve.
• Make it Happen | We don’t quit. We learn and deliver.
• Win Together | We grow as individuals. We win as a team.

We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds because workplace diversity and inclusion is critical to our ability to serve creators worldwide. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t match with every bullet point outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. If you’re a creator at heart, are energized by our mission, and share our company values, we’d love to hear from you.

the company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please let us know via email at [e-mail].

the company operates under a hybrid work model, where engineering interns are expected to come into the office three days per week, excluding sick time and leave. The goal of this policy is to be intentional about the in‑person time we spend together to strengthen the feeling of community at the company.

At the company, we believe in fair and transparent pay. In compliance with New York and California pay transparency laws, we are sharing the expected salary range for this role.

The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. This range may encompass multiple levels within the role’s job family. The final offer will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and geographic location, aligning with the appropriate job level within the company’s leveling framework.

the company reserves the right to modify or update compensation and benefits at any time.