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Responsibilities
- Build and ship a feature that directly supports Patreon’s creators and creator economy.
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, and data scientists to bring the project to life.
- Work through technical challenges with guidance from an experienced engineer mentor.
- Participate in internship team activities and events.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field such as mathematics or 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.
- Passion for Patreon’s mission and supporting the creator economy.
Benefits
- 12-week summer internship running May–August or June–September 2027.
- Mentorship and hands-on technical learning within an engineering team.
- Hybrid work model based in San Francisco or New York, with engineering interns expected in the office three days per week.
- Team activities and events.
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About Patreon
Patreon builds a platform for creators to run paid and free fan communities, offering memberships, community chats, live video, and one-time purchases. The business monetizes via fees on creator earnings and subscription tools; it is privately held, founded in 2013, and headquartered in San Francisco. Over 300,000 creators use Patreon, and the platform has enabled $10 billion+ in creator earnings.