Engineering High-Potential Launch Program (3-Month Internship to Full-Time Program) at NewsBreak

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, MediaIndustries

Requirements

Currently in the final semester of a Master’s or PhD program in Computer Science (or a closely related field), or recently graduated from a top-tier university
Strong proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, Go)

Responsibilities

Work closely with experienced engineers and gain hands-on mentorship
Contribute directly to production systems
Help solve real challenges across NewsBreak's ecosystem
Be matched to a team based on skills, interests, and business needs (e.g., MSP Monetization, Newsletter Systems, NBot, AI Initiatives)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AIrecommendation systemsadtechmonetizationproduction systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this internship paid?

Yes, this is a paid internship.

What is the location and work arrangement for this internship?

The internship is on-site in Mountain View, CA, at NewsBreak's headquarters.

What skills or background are needed for this engineering internship?

The program is designed for aspiring engineers with skills matching teams working on AI-powered monetization, newsletter systems, conversational AI optimization, and cutting-edge NLP, generative AI, and multimodal technologies.

What is the company culture like at NewsBreak?

NewsBreak has a dynamic team of technologists, product innovators, and business leaders passionate about solving meaningful challenges at scale, and is recognized as a Great Place to Work® with a focus on innovation.

What opportunities are there after completing the internship?

High-performing interns will be evaluated for full-time offers at the conclusion of the 12-week program.

NewsBreak

Digital news aggregation and distribution platform

About NewsBreak

NewsBreak is a digital platform that provides a variety of news articles and stories to its users. It aggregates news from multiple sources, including independent contributors, and presents it in a user-friendly format. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including local news, global events, lifestyle, and entertainment, which helps it appeal to a diverse audience. Unlike traditional news outlets, NewsBreak focuses on content aggregation and distribution, allowing it to quickly adapt to the interests of its users. The company primarily generates revenue through advertising, leveraging its large user base to attract advertisers, and may also partner with news providers and content creators to enhance its offerings. The goal of NewsBreak is to deliver a comprehensive news experience that keeps users informed about various topics while maintaining a broad reach in the competitive news and media industry.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$136MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Team Activity Budget

Risks

Emerging local news platforms using AI could threaten NewsBreak's market share.

Rise of misinformation poses a risk to NewsBreak's reputation and user trust.

Increasing use of ad-blockers may reduce effectiveness of NewsBreak's advertising revenue.

Differentiation

NewsBreak focuses on hyper-local content, enhancing user engagement and retention.

The platform's Contributor Network provides local news coverage in underrepresented communities.

NewsBreak is the first app IAB Tech Lab Open Measurement certified using Prebid integration.

Upsides

Expansion into video advertising aligns with rising video content consumption trends.

AI-driven content personalization can enhance user experience and engagement.

Mobile-first strategy optimization is crucial as mobile traffic dominates global website visits.

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