Software Engineer, Internship - Infrastructure

Palantir Technologies is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join their Foundations organization, where you'll work on critical infrastructure that powers their flagship products: Palantir Foundry, Gotham, and Apollo platforms. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work on large-scale systems that impact how organizations worldwide utilize data for critical decisions.

As an intern, you'll be immersed in one of four key infrastructure areas: Backend Infrastructure, Developer Infrastructure, Frontend Infrastructure, or Storage Infrastructure. You'll work alongside experienced engineers to build and improve systems that enhance developer productivity and platform performance. The position offers hands-on experience with various technologies, including Java, Go, TypeScript, and open-source tools like Cassandra, Spark, and Elasticsearch.

The role is perfect for students graduating in 2027 who are passionate about engineering quality and performance. You'll receive dedicated mentorship and be involved in the complete product lifecycle, from ideation to deployment. The position offers competitive compensation at $10,000/month and is based in New York, NY, requiring in-person work to foster creativity and collaboration.

What makes this opportunity unique is the chance to work on infrastructure that supports critical global operations, from developing lifesaving drugs to forecasting supply chain disruptions. You'll gain exposure to both technical and non-technical aspects of software development, building skills in communication, problem-solving, and system design. The role requires strong technical fundamentals, but Palantir values potential and ability to learn over specific language expertise.

This internship is ideal for candidates who want to make a real impact while learning from some of the best engineers in the industry. You'll be part of a company that values individual growth, offers various pathways to success, and provides opportunities to work on meaningful projects that affect global operations.