R&D Engineering Intern

Bonterra exists to propel every doer of good to their peak impact. We measure that impact against our vision to increase the giving rate as a percentage of GDP from 2% to 3% by 2033. We know that this goal is lofty, but we are confident that the right technology and expertise will strengthen trust in the sector, allowing the social good industry to accelerate growth and reach peak impact. Bonterra's differentiated, end-to-end solutions collectively support a unique network of over 20,000 customers, including over 16,000 nonprofit organizations and over 50 percent of Fortune 100 companies. Learn more at bonterratech.com.

Your Impact

We’re looking for a curious, driven, and hands-on R&D Engineering Intern who is passionate about learning and applying AI in a real-world engineering environment. As part of the R&D Engineering team at Bonterra, you’ll work with engineers who are passionate about experimenting with emerging technologies—especially AI—to shape the future of software development. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with engineers, contribute to prototypes and internal tooling initiatives. Join us to be a part of a fast-moving, intellectually curious and future focused engineering environment.

Program Details

This will be a paid internship program lasting 10-12 weeks, starting on June 23, 2025 . This position does not qualify for benefits. The role offers flexible hours and is remote.

Team Overview

As part of the R&D Engineering team at Bonterra, you will work alongside innovative engineers and product thinkers who are exploring how artificial intelligence can transform the way we build software. Our team partners closely with Product and Developer teams to research, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies that drive engineering productivity and product excellence.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with engineers working on real-world AI-enabled development tools and workflows.

• Contribute to technical experiments, prototypes, and internal tooling initiatives.

• Be part of a fast-moving, intellectually curious, and future-focused engineering environment.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with engineers to prototype and evaluate AI-driven tools and workflows (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, etc.)

• Research and test applications of AI/ML within the software development lifecycle (e.g., code generation, bug detection, test case optimization)

• Contribute to internal documentation, experiments, and proof-of-concepts that inform our product and platform strategy

• Participate in agile ceremonies, design discussions, and sprint reviews alongside full-time engineers

• Share learnings in a final intern showcase or write-up to help scale impact across the engineering team

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field

• Strong enthusiasm for AI, especially as it applies to software engineering and SaaS development

• Familiarity with one or more engineering AI tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot) is a strong plus

• Solid programming skills (Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or similar)

• Eagerness to learn, experiment, and think creatively

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Bonus Points

• Prior experience with open-source projects or personal projects using AI tools

• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)

• Interest in developer productivity, AI ethics, or engineering enablement

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

Compensation

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US Base Salary Range: $20 - 25/hr.

Our Culture: At Bonterra, we’re innovating with a higher purpose: to increase giving to 3% of US GDP by 2033, creating $573 billion more in global impact every year. To achieve our vision, we cultivate an inclusive environment where diversity is embraced and every team member feels empowered to contribute. Innovation, curiosity, and a commitment to equity guide our work. We foster a culture of belonging, ensuring that every individual is valued, respected, and given the tools to succeed. Together, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits include:

• Generous Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

• Up to 15 paid company holidays including some commemorating social justice events and self-care

• Paid volunteer time

• Resources for savings and investments

• Paid parental leave

• Paid sick leave

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance with additional access to health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities to learn, develop, network, and connect

Please note the benefits specified on this page are applicable to full-time employees based in the United States. For international employees, actual benefits may vary based on local standards and regulations and will be determined in accordance with regional considerations, including but not limited to applicable laws and industry norms.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, diversity of thought and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.