AI Engineering Intern, Summer 2026
Prosper Marketplace
Software Engineering, Data Science
San Francisco, CA, USA
USD 50-50 / hour
The mission
At Prosper, we are moving away from rigid, static software toward Intent-Driven Orchestration. Whether it’s a customer-facing portal or a high-stakes internal workspace, we believe professional tools and web pages should be fluid—adapting in real-time to the user's intent rather than forcing them to navigate "problem tentacles" and cluttered screens. You will help build the engine that translates complex company knowledge into immediate, successful actions across all our platforms.
Your role in our mission
You will build at the intersection of Large Language Models (LLMs) and actionable code. Your goal is to move beyond "chat" and build systems that have the context and the "hands" to solve problems autonomously or in partnership with a user.
How you'll make an impact
System Connectivity: Build and use MCP (Model Context Protocol) Servers to securely bridge the gap between large models and our internal/external data ecosystems.
Knowledge Synthesis: Develop advanced RAG pipelines that transform vast, evolving documentation into a dynamic "Source of Truth" for real-time decision-making.
Fluid Interface Logic: Engineer workflows that prioritize relevancy over frequency, ensuring that both internal professional tools and external web pages surface the right data at the right time.
GCP Implementation: Deploy and optimize these services using Vertex AI, ensuring high-speed execution, privacy, and robust security.
Skills that will help you thrive
Languages: Python, Java
AI Specialization: Experience with Function Calling, and orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangGraph or Vertex AI Reasoning Engine).
AI-Literacy: High proficiency in using AI coding assistants to navigate complex deployments and optimize system architecture.
Eligibility requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
Must be fully available (M-F, 40 hours per week) from mid-June through mid to late August 2026
Must be able to travel to the SF office on Wednesdays and Thursdays
Able to provide own housing for the duration of the internship program in the SF Bay Area
Must have reliable transportation to/from work
Prosper introduced U.S. consumers to an innovative approach to personal finance as the first peer-to-peer lending platform in the country. Since 2005, Prosper has helped over 2 million customers achieve financial well-being through a comprehensive suite of digital personal finance products.
Prosper’s flagship personal loan* marketplace continues to offer unique value for both borrowers and investors, while the Prosper® Card¹ provides essential access to credit and flexibility for those managing their financial journey. Guided by its mission to advance financial well-being, Prosper is dedicated to helping people thrive by meeting people where they are with simple, trusted, and affordable financial solutions. Learn more at www.prosper.com.
- Diversity expands opportunities
- Collaboration creates better solutions
- Curiosity fuels our innovation
- Integrity defines all our relationships
- Excellence leads to longevity
- Simplicity guides our user experience
- Accountability at all levels drives results
*All personal loans are made by WebBank.
¹The Prosper® Card is an unsecured credit card issued by Coastal Community Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard® International.
50 - 50 USD