Software Engineer Intern (Winter 2026)
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UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Marketplace, Live ShoppingIndustries
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in computer science or other related major, graduating in Dec 2026 or by Summer 2027
- Some industry software engineering experience
- Problem solver and out-of-the-box thinker
- Willing to take risks and build product and systems for 1M+ users
- Ability to pick up on new technologies quickly
- Intellectually curious and highly motivated
- Embody low ego, growth mindset, and high-impact drive
- Available for 12-16 week hybrid internship during Summer 2026 in Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, or Seattle
Responsibilities
- Work in cross-functional multidisciplinary teams to directly impact the platform's direction
- Contribute code and ideas to solve complex technical challenges and define future engineering initiatives
- Build new features for users in live-streams
- Implement growth tactics and strategies to scale buyer and seller flows
- Build systems at scale to deliver a high trust marketplace experience
- Gain and apply core industry skills in project ideation, management, and collaboration
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Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the location arrangement for this internship?
The internship is hybrid and based in Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, or Seattle.
What benefits are offered for this internship?
Benefits include a $150/month dogfooding budget for actively using the product and a $150/month wifi/phone reimbursement.
What are the required qualifications for this role?
Candidates should be pursuing a degree in computer science or related major graduating in Dec 2026 or by Summer 2027, have some industry software engineering experience, and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
What is the company culture like at Whatnot?
Whatnot values a low ego, growth mindset, high-impact drive, intellectual curiosity, and motivation, with interns working in cross-functional multidisciplinary teams.
What makes a strong candidate for this internship?
Strong candidates are intellectually curious, highly motivated problem solvers with a growth mindset, willing to take risks, build for 1M+ users, and quickly pick up new technologies.
WhatNot
Online marketplace for authentic collectibles
About WhatNot
Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, particularly focusing on items like Funkos and FiGPiNs. The platform ensures that every collectible listed is 100% authentic through a rigorous verification process that includes hand authentication, providing trust and security for both buyers and sellers. It caters to collectors and enthusiasts who seek a reliable space to buy and sell rare and exclusive items from popular franchises such as Marvel Comics and Star Wars. Whatnot.com distinguishes itself from competitors by charging low fees on sales and offering seller protection, which guarantees prompt and secure payments. The company's goal is to create a trusted environment for the growing community of collectible enthusiasts, facilitating safe and easy transactions for unique items.
Marina del Rey, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$728.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees