Software Engineering Intern (AI)

Location: San Francisco, California; hybrid schedule with commuting required on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday

Salary: $110,000–$132,000 annual base pay in San Francisco, with possible adjustments outside San Francisco; total compensation may include equity, benefits, and bonus eligibility.

Company

Vercel builds agentic infrastructure and developer products including Next.js, v0, and AI SDK to help teams move software from idea to production.

What you will do

• Own an end-to-end engineering project from scoping through delivery to customers.
• Write and review production code with experienced engineers.
• Debug real systems, trace issues through the stack, and fix root causes.
• Communicate progress clearly and surface blockers early.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with graduation expected in December 2027 or May 2028.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript and/or TypeScript.
• Based in San Francisco and willing and able to commute Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.
• Ability to investigate problems deeply and explain why issues occur.
• Strong written communication skills for asynchronous collaboration.
• Fluency with AI tooling and the ability to explain, defend, and debug shipped work.

Nice to have

• Experience with Go or Rust.

Culture & Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Inclusive healthcare package.
• Flexible time off.
• Support for learning and attending professional events.
• Company-provided equipment and a work-from-home budget.
• Competitive compensation package, including equity.

Hiring process

• Applicants are asked to explain why they would be a good fit for the role.
• Recruiters can provide additional compensation details during the hiring process.