About this Software Engineering Internship - Summer 2027 role at PrizePicks
At PrizePicks, we are the fastest-growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Our team of over 550 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. Ready to reimagine the DFS industry together?
Join the Team: Software Engineering Intern
Ready to turn your classroom knowledge into real-world impact? At PrizePicks, you won't be a coffee-fetching intern; you'll be a key player on a dedicated engineering team, contributing to a platform used by millions of sports fans. We're looking for passionate, curious minds ready to dive in, learn from the best, and build the future of daily fantasy sports.
What you’ll do:
This isn't a side project; you'll be working on real features that go live in our production code. You'll:
- Code for Impact: Write and ship code that directly affects our user experience.
- Collaborate & Learn: Work alongside experienced engineers and a dedicated mentor who will guide you every step of the way.
- Get Your Hands Dirty: Participate in daily stand-ups, team meetings, and product discussions, gaining a complete picture of the development lifecycle.
- Grow Your Skills: Submit pull requests, receive thoughtful code reviews, and learn industry best practices firsthand.
Who You Are:
You have a passion for problem-solving and a desire to learn. We don't expect you to know everything, but you should have a solid foundation and a "can-do" attitude.
- You're currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field, or within 1 semester post-graduation.
- Interested in front-end or back-end development.
- You understand the basics of software development and are eager to apply them.
- You're not afraid to ask questions. You're a curious, collaborative learner who seeks feedback and tackles challenges head-on.
- You're familiar with a few of these technologies: Ruby/Rails, Go, SQL (Postgres), JavaScript/TypeScript, React/JSX, HTML, or CSS.
- Any experience with personal projects or open-source contributions is a big plus!
Where you’ll work:
Our interns work onsite at our West Midtown Atlanta location.
Summer Program: Approximately May 24 - August 13, 2026
Included perks:
- Housing stipend for those interns relocating to Atlanta
- Frequent catered lunches
- Networking and collaboration with fellow interns and industry professionals
- Social events with the Atlanta PrizePicks team
- PTO and Paid Holidays
Working at PrizePicks:
Engineering interns' starting hourly rate is $35. At PrizePicks, we consider your role, level, and where you'll be working when determining our salary ranges. The compensation info you see on our job postings gives you an idea of the starting pay range for the position. Your actual pay within that range will depend on your specific work location, as well as your skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter will be happy to chat more about the specific pay range for your location and how we arrived at it during the hiring process.
Benefits you’ll receive:
In addition to your great compensation package, full-time employees will be eligible for the following perks:
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Annual bonus
- Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
- Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
- Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
- Company-wide in-person events and team outings
- Lifestyle enhancement program
- Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
- Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
PrizePicks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
