Undergrad Solutions Architect Intern at Twitch

San Francisco, California, United States

Twitch Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Live Streaming, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Current undergraduate student at a North American college/university with Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 graduation dates (BA/BS Graduation Year: December 2026 &)
  • Communicate brilliantly
  • Understand a variety of technologies
  • Superb abilities at getting external groups to understand and implement products
  • Ability to smooth over difficulties during complex integrations

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the awareness and adoption of third-party developer products through scalable content
  • Create technical materials, such as code samples or tutorials, to lower barriers of entry and provide solutions for common use cases
  • Collaborate with Twitch business development managers, product managers, and engineers to design solutions that solve important challenges
  • Gather feedback and provide perspective on behalf of the developer community to influence project direction and prioritize developer needs
  • Employ scalable tactics that strengthen adoption and understanding of developer products
  • Work closely with internal product teams to develop solutions
  • Engage directly with the external community

Skills

Solutions Architecture
Developer Relations
Technical Communication
Scalable Systems
API Integration

Twitch

Interactive live streaming for gaming and esports

About Twitch

Twitch is an interactive live streaming platform that focuses on video game streaming, esports broadcasts, and creative content. It allows gamers and content creators to share their gameplay and creative processes in real-time, engaging with viewers through chat and other interactive features. The platform generates revenue through advertisements, subscriptions, and the sale of virtual goods, enabling content creators to earn money from their streams via viewer subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships. What sets Twitch apart from its competitors is its strong community aspect, which fosters interaction and engagement between streamers and viewers, creating a unique and immersive experience in the digital entertainment space. The goal of Twitch is to provide a platform where content creators can thrive and connect with their audience while offering viewers an engaging and entertaining experience.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$34MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
401(k)
Maternity & Parental Leave
Flexible PTO
Commuter Benefits
Amazon Employee Discount

Risks

Competition from YouTube Gaming and Facebook Gaming is intensifying.
Short-form video platforms like TikTok are drawing viewers away from Twitch.
Concerns over content moderation could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Twitch offers real-time engagement through interactive chat and live streaming features.
The platform supports diverse content, including gaming, esports, and creative streams.
Twitch enables monetization for creators via subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships.

Upsides

Mainstream brands like KFC and Wendy's are collaborating with Twitch streamers.
Celebrities and politicians are using Twitch to reach wider audiences.
Organizations are hosting large-scale virtual events on Twitch, expanding its use cases.

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