Software Development Engineer Intern

The Organization

At USAFacts, we believe facts deserve to be heard. We are on a mission to provide a comprehensive and unbiased look at our country by the numbers. Democracy thrives on serious, reasoned, and informed debate. And we’re here for it.

Founded and funded by Steve Ballmer, former CEO of Microsoft, USAFacts answers questions around government spending and outcomes. While these are basic questions, finding the answers is hard. But it’s also pretty exciting. We pull together data from thousands of jurisdictions to normalize, contextualize, and visualize these metrics so the data is approachable and understandable.

Every day, we learn something about our country, how to make complex data understandable, and how to make the American people interested in the numbers. We’re a collaborative group and are always learning from each other, too. The team is mission driven, with no political agenda nor commercial incentive; we do this work purely as a public service.

Oh, and to top it off? USAFacts was named to Fast Company’s List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2025! Learn more about us at usafacts.org and linkedin.com/company/usafacts.

We’d love for you to bring your talents and your curiosity to come make a difference!

The Opportunity

As a Software Engineering Intern, you will work closely with our senior engineers and product managers to design, implement, and test new features and products. You will also have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and contribute to the improvement of our software development processes and practices. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that values creativity, curiosity, and excellence.

Key Priorities and Responsibilities

• Work with your assigned mentor to understand the main objective of the internship.
• Research, design, implement, and test engineering solutions in consultation with other engineers.
• Collaborate with other engineers and product managers to deliver high-quality products that meet user needs and expectations.
• Follow best practices and standards for coding, documentation, and testing.
• Research and learn new technologies and tools to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve the quality and performance of our software products.
• Present your work at the end of the internship.
• Following all Ballmer Group security and office procedures, rules, and regulations

The Ideal Candidate

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in one or more programming languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, React, NodeJS).
• Familiarity with web development, mobile development, or cloud computing.
• Exposure and Interest in AI: LLMs, RAG, Agentic Systems
• Experience with using version control, debugging, and testing tools.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Passion for learning new technologies and creating innovative solutions.

Additional Information

The position is based in Bellevue, Washington and our organization practices intentional hybrid work​. All USAFacts employees are expected to work on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays during overlapping core hours of 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Mondays and Fridays remain flexible work-from-home or office workdays. 

This intern position is a not-exempt role located in Bellevue, WA. The intern role is paid at a rate of $30 per hour. It is not eligible for company benefits but will be provided with an ORCA card for transportation to and from work or parking in/near the building. The internship is available from May-September, depending on school schedule and we do not coordinate credits through the intern’s institution. 

Nonpartisan Commitment

USAFacts is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization dedicated to making government data accessible and understandable as a free public service. Consistent with our Political Activity Policy, and to preserve the trust and neutrality essential to our mission, all employees must refrain from political activity that could compromise our impartiality. This includes making political donations, volunteering for or publicly supporting political candidates, parties, or campaigns. Additionally, employees are expected to avoid expressing partisan views on public platforms where they are identifiable as affiliated with USAFacts. This policy helps ensure our work—and our organization—remains trusted, fact-based, and free from political influence.

USAFacts is an equal-opportunity employer and is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued. Individuals seeking employment at USAFacts are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, martial status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.