Android Engineer Intern

About the role

Our Mission

As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re inspired by the challenge of keeping the magic of human connection alive. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansive—and rapidly growing.

We work together to solve complex problems. Behind the simplicity of every match, we think deeply about human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, AI and ML, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, sex, and more.

Our Values

- Take the Lead: We don't ghost our work or each other. Just as users don't leave their matches hanging, we don't let each other down.

- Move Fast: We have a bias for action and urgency. Something that could be done tomorrow would be better if done today.

- Better Together: We keep connection at the heart of dating and at the heart of how we work. Just as our users are better when they connect with others, so are we when we collaborate.

- Real Talk: We say the hard thing the human way. Just as we ask our users to behave with kindness and candor in our community, we expect Team Tinder to do the same.

- Safety First: We act with integrity, transparency, and consistency so people feel safe—whether they're swiping, matching, or working alongside us.

- Spark Fun: We have fun to unlock creativity, fuel innovation, and help us build better experiences for daters.

Program Duration

The internship program will run from June 1 through August 31, 2027.

Where you’ll work

This is a hybrid role that requires in-office collaboration three days per week in Los Angeles, California.

About the Role

As an Android Engineer Intern, you’ll collaborate with senior engineers to design, build, and ship features that impact millions of users. You’ll work within a highly collaborative, technical environment focused on improving architecture, exploring new technologies, and delivering a world-class app experience.

What you'll do: - Assist with developing and testing new features for the Tinder Android app.

- Collaborate with engineers and designers to improve the user experience.

- Learn how to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.

- Contribute to team discussions, code reviews, and problem-solving sessions.

- Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of Tinder’s UI platform and design system infrastructure.

What we're looking for: - Interest in Android development and learning how large mobile apps are built.

- Basic programming experience in Kotlin.

- Understanding of data structures and algorithms from coursework or personal projects.

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.