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Backend Software Engineer Intern

CompanyOur National Conversation
LocationUnited States
Work ModeRemote
PostedJanuary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As a Backend Software Engineer Intern, you will collaborate with the engineering team to develop and optimize backend systems for an AI Chatbot. Your tasks will include writing production-grade code, debugging issues, and contributing to feature development.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
87
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
MISSION STATEMENT OUR NATIONAL CONVERSATION (ONC) seeks to reduce partisanship and promote effective solutions to America’s challenges. Powered by America’s youth, we host a media outlet, produce educational materials and facilitate dialogue intended to make America a better country. Visit https://ournationalconversation.org/ to learn more.
About the Role

Company Description

As an intern at ONC, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, collaborative development environment, working alongside skilled backend engineers. This role offers a platform to work on cutting-edge technology, collaborate with a talented team, work on a high-potential AI product, and grow your skills in Backend Development and AI Engineering.

Job Description

As a Backend Software Engineer Intern, you’ll work with our engineering team to develop and optimize backend systems for our AI Chatbot. You’ll write production-grade code, solve real-world challenges, and collaborate with your team members and team lead. Your work will help improve system performance, debug issues, and contribute to feature development. This internship offers hands-on experience in backend AI engineering within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Please note that this is an unpaid internship.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the team to identify and fix backend bugs

Develop helper functions and small modules to streamline the codebase

Implement small features in line with the project’s roadmap

Assist in maintaining and running automated tests to ensure product quality

What we’re looking for:

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems

Curiosity and passion for AI and startups

Proficiency in Python (preferably with experience in projects)

Strong understanding of JSON, file handling, and basic data manipulation

Ability to manage state, function flow, and debug issues effectively

Familiarity with Visual Studio Code and Streamlit UI is a plus (but not required)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Key Skills
PythonData StructuresAlgorithmsDistributed SystemsAIDebuggingJSONFile HandlingData ManipulationFunction FlowAutomated TestingCollaborationBackend DevelopmentStreamlit UI
Categories
TechnologySoftwareEngineering