Full-Stack Engineering Intern

The New York Times•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The New York Times is hiring full-stack engineering interns to contribute to product-focused software engineering teams. Interns will help deliver journalism to millions of users worldwide, contribute across the technology stack, and participate in broader architectural discussions. The role emphasizes high-quality code, established engineering practices, collaboration, and a commitment to the mission of independent journalism. The summer internship lasts 10 weeks and begins June 7, 2027. Interns work 35 hours per week in a hybrid role based in New York City. The hourly pay rate is $40.

Requirements

At least 6 months of educational or professional experience with full-stack engineering.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of professional experience working with current web technologies.
Familiarity with at least one modern server-side programming language, such as Go, Java, Kotlin, Python, or Scala.
Experience collaborating with peers from different backgrounds and skill sets.
Ability to find creative solutions to technical challenges and balance strong convictions with a pragmatic approach.

Responsibilities

Write high-quality code using best practices and design patterns.
Work with technologies including Go, JavaScript, Node.js/Express, React, GraphQL, and CSS Modules.
Contribute a voice to the direction of products.
Help deliver journalism at scale to millions of users around the world.
Work across parts of the stack and contribute to broader architectural discussions.
Demonstrate support for journalistic independence and commitment to the mission of seeking truth and helping people understand the world.