Stride, Inc.→
K12 Zone Engineering Intern
InternshipRemoteFull-time
Location
Not specified
Salary
$37k–$46k/yr
Experience
No experience required
Posted
Today
Skills
software engineering conceptsprogramming logictestingdebuggingsdksapisdatabasesgame developmentinteractive mediavirtual experiences
Job Description
Summary: Stride, Inc. is focused on creating a virtual student engagement environment and is seeking a K12 Zone Engineering Intern. This role involves supporting the design and development of SDK-based applications, building prototypes for student interactions, and assisting with database-driven features.
Responsibilities:
- Build and test SDK-based applications and interactive features for the K12 Zone
- Prototype new ways for students to interact with each other in virtual spaces, activities, and events
- Support experimental R&D projects that explore new student engagement models
- Assist with database-supported features used by Zone applications and experiences
- Translate product ideas into working prototypes, proof-of-concept builds, or reusable tools
- Test and document prototypes, including behavior, technical setup, issues, and lessons learned
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual work and improve team efficiency
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing, or interested in pursuing, education or training in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, Interactive Media, or a related field
- Basic understanding of software engineering concepts, including programming logic, testing, and debugging
- Experience building software projects through coursework, personal projects, externships, clubs, or self-directed learning
- Interest in building interactive digital experiences for students
- Ability to learn new SDKs, platforms, and technical workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work through ambiguous technical challenges
- Ability to work independently while communicating progress and blockers clearly
- Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the internship
- Ability to clear required background check
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience building interactive applications, games, simulations, virtual experiences, or web-based tools
- Experience working with SDKs, APIs, databases, or platform-specific development tools
- Interest in virtual worlds, student engagement, online communities, or education technology
- Ability to explain prototype behavior and technical decisions clearly
Required Skills: Software engineering concepts, Programming logic, Testing, Debugging, SDKs, APIs, Databases, Game development, Interactive media, Virtual experiences
Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a bonus., Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive a bonus.
Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.