Backend Engineering Intern

Content moderation runs around the clock, with reviewers in multiple time zones and languages. We're looking for a Backend Engineering Intern. This is a hands-on coding internship. Most of the work is in Python and Node.js, with some SQL and a bit of shell scripting. You can work from home anywhere in the US. We have no office requirement.

You'll help with

• Update the README and internal Confluence pages when you change how something works.
• Pair with other engineers over screen share to work through tricky problems.
• Write and test backend features in Python or Node.js under the guidance of a senior developer.
• Raise pull requests on GitHub and respond to code review comments within a day.
• Query and update data in PostgreSQL or MySQL, including simple migrations.

Requirements

• Based in the US for the duration of the internship.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, graduating 2026 or 2027.
• Own laptop with at least 8 GB RAM and a reliable internet connection.
• Able to communicate clearly in written English on Slack and in pull requests.
• Basic understanding of data structures, OOP and how HTTP requests work.

6 months, starting immediately. Stipend: $45.50 - $55.50/hr.

Perks: Learning and development stipend, Home office setup stipend, Final presentation to leadership, Paid company holidays, Flexible hours, Paid sick time.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Duration: 6 months. Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Meadowwright Labs.