AI Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

Posted 7 Days Ago
San Francisco, CA, USA
Hybrid
Internship
Fintech
The Role
As an AI Engineering Intern, you will help build systems that utilize Large Language Models to improve decision-making in financial products through the development of dynamic workflows and connectivity protocols.
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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 possess unrestricted work authorization

Additional information

  • 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

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About Our Technology Team
We are growing our Technology team to support our various financial products. The ideal candidate is passionate about learning the Fintech domain and delivering cutting-edge, high-quality solutions to solve business problems. We utilize a progressive, test-driven, Agile development methodology that places a high premium on communication, teamwork, sound design and clean implementation. 
 
About Us

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.

We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and we are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere. It is important to us that every hire connects with our vision, mission, and core values. Join a leading fintech company that’s democratizing finance for all!  
 
Our Values
  • 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
 
www.prosper.com
Our Story & Team  //   Our Blog 
 
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) 
 
California applicants: please click here to view our California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice for Applicants, which describes your rights under the CCPA.
 
Illinois applicants: please click here to view our Artificial Intelligence Notice for Applicants.
 
At Prosper, we're looking for people with passion, integrity, and a hunger to learn. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Your unique skill set and diverse perspective will stand out and set you apart from other candidates. Prosper thrives with people who think outside of the box and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo. We invite you to join us on our mission to advance financial well-being.
 
Prosper is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Prosper will consider for employment qualified applicants who are non-US citizens and will provide green card sponsorship.
 

*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.

Skills Required

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
  • Must be fully available 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 in the SF Bay Area
  • Must have reliable transportation to/from work
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The Company
San Francisco, CA
412 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Prosper’s mission is to advance financial well-being. The company’s online lending platform connects people who want to borrow money with individuals and institutions that want to invest in consumer credit. Borrowers get access to affordable fixed-rate, fixed-term personal loans. Investors have the opportunity to earn solid returns via a data-driven underwriting model. To date, over $17 billion in personal loans have been originated through the Prosper platform for debt consolidation and large purchases such as home improvement projects, medical expenses and special occasions.

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