Software Engineering (Intern)
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Job Description
About Acorns:
Acorns is a financial wellness app that assists individuals and families in saving and investing for the long term. Established in 2014, it has expanded globally, offering various products catering to children, teenagers, adults, and parents. Recognized as one of Time’s “World’s Best Brands of 2024,” Acorns boasts over 14 million users and has facilitated over $25 billion in savings and investments, often leveraging spare change and small amounts. The company’s mission is to champion the financial well-being of aspiring individuals, starting with the empowerment of micro-investing. Their values emphasize compassion, integrity, bold decision-making, trust-building, continuous growth, and a relentless pursuit of progress. Acorns is a remote-first organization with an optional office space in Irvine, CA.
Job Description: Software Engineering (Intern)
Acorns is seeking college Juniors (graduating in 2026) for 10-week Spring/Summer 2025 software engineering internships across Android, Backend, iOS, and Web disciplines.
Responsibilities:
• Translate high-level business requirements into services and data models.
• Architect and build performant and scalable components.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams (mobile, frontend, QA).
• Plan and create new features and infrastructure for reliable financial products.
• Integrate into teams as full-time employees, taking on responsibilities like new hires.
Qualifications:
• Junior standing (Graduating 2026).
• Full-time availability for 10 weeks starting June 2025.
• Excellent command of at least one programming language (Java, Scala, Ruby, Swift, Kotlin, Typescript, or Javascript).
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Passion, drive, and ability to thrive in a startup environment.
• Strong desire to deliver impactful products.
• Exceptional drive and precision in delivery.
• Belief that work is tied to one’s life mission.
• Optimism about societal change.
Specific Engineering Specializations:
• Android: Working on a native Kotlin app, collaborating with designers and product managers.
• Backend: Developing scalable backend services for secure investing and saving.
• iOS: Building native iOS apps, collaborating closely with product and design teams.
• Web: Creating web applications using React and Typescript, collaborating with mobile and backend teams.
What Acorns Offers:
• Competitive hourly wage ($25.00/hour at commencement).
• Flexible work hours and location (remote within the US or Irvine, CA office).
• Talented and motivated team.
• Formal mentorship program.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful societal change. Note that hourly rate is subject to change.
Work Authorization: Work sponsorship is unavailable for this role, including CPT, OPT, F-1 Visa, and other visa sponsorships. Acorns participates in E-Verify.
