About Firework
Join Firework – Where Innovation Meets Impact
Firework is redefining the future of commerce as an AI and video commerce company — combining cutting-edge technology, an exclusive network of enterprise brands and retailers, and a first-mover position to win the agentic commerce race.
We've built the world's most advanced and largest video commerce platform, trusted by global brands and leading retailers. But we're more than software — our compounding network effect grows stronger with every partner we add, bringing the energy of in-store experiences online and transforming how businesses engage, convert, and build lasting customer relationships at scale.
Having raised over $235M to date, led by investors such as SoftBank Vision Fund 2, and operating at global scale, we offer unparalleled opportunities to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful impact in the future of connected commerce.
If you're curious, ambitious, and energized by big ideas — Firework is the place to grow, lead, and shape what comes next. Together.
Summary
Want to build with AI tools before most companies even have a team for it? As our AI Content Intern, you’ll sit right at the intersection of R&D, Creative Services, and Product—getting hands-on with the newest generative AI tech and the in-house agents our team is building, and using them to create real content that ships. You won’t just watch AI reshape content creation from the sidelines; you’ll help launch it, working alongside the team to bring new AI capabilities to life for real brands. This role is open to current seniors and recent graduates, and can be structured as a paid internship or for work-study credit—with the potential to turn into a full-time offer for the right person.
What you’ll be doing
Partner closely with R&D, Creative Services, and Product to explore and apply the latest AI content-generation techniques to Firework’s video commerce platform
Get hands-on creating content using Firework’s in-house AI tools and agents, iterating quickly to see what works and sharing what you learn
Support AI feature launches by working with Creative Services, Product, and GTM teams to make sure creative assets and workflows are ready for release
Assist translating R&D prototypes into production-ready creative workflows, surfacing issues and gathering feedback from creative and success teams
Take on cross-functional coordination between the teams as needed as new AI capabilities roll out
Document learnings, workflows, and best practices as Firework’s AI creative tooling evolves
We’ll be excited if you have
Senior standing in an undergraduate program or a recent graduate, in a relevant field such as computer science, design, media, or marketing
Fluency in both Mandarin and English, spoken and written—you’ll work across crossborder creative and R&D teams
Genuine curiosity about generative AI and how it’s reshaping content creation, and comfort experimenting with new AI tools and agents
Some hands-on experience with content creation—video, design, or copy—through coursework, personal projects, or prior internships
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, creative, and go-to-market teams
Comfort operating in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment where priorities can shift as new AI capabilities evolve
Location
The role is hybrid in our San Mateo office
Compensation
The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role: The estimated pay range for this role is $19-$25/hour. We can also consider work study credits in lieu of pay. Other factors that impact compensation include stock options. The role has the potential to turn into a full-time offer for the right person, visa sponsorship included.
The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate’s starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate’s skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity. Candidates may receive more information from the talent partner.
Don’t hold back
We understand some candidates may see the above and not apply because they don’t meet all the qualifications. We encourage you to apply anyway; we often find talented candidates that fit many other opportunities we have and look for potential too, not just what you did in the past. As an equal employment opportunity employer, we are a diverse team that strives for an inclusive environment for all. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- Senior standing in an undergraduate program or recent graduate in computer science, design, media, or marketing
- Fluency in Mandarin and English, spoken and written
- Genuine curiosity about generative AI and comfort experimenting with new AI tools and agents
- Hands-on experience with content creation (video, design, or copy) via coursework, projects, or internships
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, creative, and go-to-market teams
- Comfort operating in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment where priorities can shift
- Ability to document learnings, workflows, and best practices for AI creative tooling
Firework Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Firework and has not been reviewed or approved by Firework.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is positioned as robust, pairing high employer-paid contributions with fully covered dental and vision and company-paid basic life and long‑term disability. A wellness HRA and add‑ons like discounted pet insurance broaden health and wellbeing support.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is included broadly as a standard component of compensation, offering potential upside alongside base pay and bonuses. This accessibility spans roles rather than being limited to a narrow group.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible PTO is emphasized, with a clear expectation that employees take meaningful vacation time. This approach supports time away rather than strict accrual limits.
Firework Insights
What We Do
Firework is the world's leading immersive digital transformation and engagement platform with shoppable video, live streaming commerce, and monetization capabilities. Powering over 600 direct-to-consumer brands, retailers, and media publishers worldwide, Firework brings TikTok-like interactive video experiences to your own websites and app. We enable customers to create and host native, shoppable video content for engaging product discovery, seamless shopping experiences, and a deeper emotional connection with consumers. The company is backed by IDG Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and GSR Ventures, with over $90 million in capital raised to date with offices in the US(SF and NYC), Toronto, Poland, Slovakia, Brazil, and China.
Why Work With Us
We are a diverse team where everyone belongs. We are creative, curious, and cool in a nerdy way. We believe in growth, results, and in each other and that perfection is a work-in-progress. We are just the right amount of extra and want to change the digital game.
