Software Engineer Internship/Co-op (Fall 2025), Applied Engineering

OpenAI is seeking Software Engineering Interns for their Applied Engineering teams for Fall 2025. This is a 12-week, paid internship based in San Francisco or Seattle, offering an hourly rate of $60.00 with comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance. The Applied Engineering team works at the intersection of research, engineering, product, and design to deploy OpenAI's technology globally while ensuring responsible and safe implementation.

As an intern, you'll be immersed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, working on building and optimizing customer-facing features for ChatGPT and the OpenAI API. The role requires proficiency in JavaScript, React, and Python, along with database experience. While AI/ML interest is important, direct experience isn't mandatory.

The position offers unique opportunities to work with cutting-edge AI technology while contributing to OpenAI's mission of ensuring AI benefits humanity. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, researchers, and product managers, gaining invaluable experience in one of the world's leading AI companies. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, transportation benefits, and mental health support.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing technical degrees who want to impact the future of AI technology while working in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives. OpenAI's commitment to safety, ethical AI development, and global accessibility makes this an exceptional opportunity for emerging talent in software engineering.