Summer Intern, Software Engineer (Data/AI) at The Washington Post

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, News, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Senior year in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Experience with backend software development using Python, Node.js, or Java
Familiarity with building and deploying production-level applications
Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development practices
Expected to work 35-40 hours per week on-site in D.C. office
Enrolled in a degree-seeking program at time of application
Ability to provide U.S. work authorization documentation (no visa sponsorship)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and build scalable APIs, data pipelines, and backend services
Develop and maintain infrastructure to support data-driven applications and personalized features
Ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of deployed solutions through rigorous testing and monitoring
Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation for better team collaboration

Skills

Software Engineering

Data Pipelines

APIs

Backend Services

Infrastructure

Data Processing

Scalable Systems

The Washington Post

About The Washington Post

None, NoneHeadquarters

1877Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Mental Health Support

Pet Insurance

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Job cuts due to declining online readership indicate potential financial instability.

Panera partnership may not yield expected subscription increases, based on industry trends.

Scott Vance's promotion could lead to internal restructuring challenges affecting morale.

Differentiation

The Post partners with Panera Bread for unique digital subscription offers.

'Style Sessions' collaboration enhances cultural influence and attracts diverse audiences.

'The Post Roast' collaboration with Compass Coffee creates a unique brand experience.

Upsides

Panera partnership could boost digital subscriptions and readership.

'Style Sessions' may attract arts and lifestyle enthusiasts, enhancing cultural influence.

Scott Vance's promotion may align editorial strategy with media consumption trends.

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