AI Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Who We Are

Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada helps organizations strengthen safety and efficiency through one connected software platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.

Over 30,000 organizations worldwide, including more than 100+ companies in the Fortune 500, trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Founded in 2016, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices and 2,200+ full-time employees.

About the Role

You will build the next generation of intelligent protection systems that secure people and physical spaces using AI. This role focuses on developing advanced intrusion alarms, perimeter monitoring, and personal safety solutions powered by multimodal data—combining signals from sensors, audio, and video. You will operate in a highly iterative environment, rapidly turning ideas into prototypes and scaling them into production systems. A key part of the role is exploring and applying cutting-edge large video and audio models to solve real-world security challenges.

We are committed to a thriving in-office culture. This role requires that you be on-site at our HQ in San Mateo, CA.

What You'll Do

• Design and build AI-powered intrusion detection and alarm systems

• Develop intelligent perimeter monitoring and real-time threat detection capabilities

• Work with multimodal data (video, audio, and sensor inputs) to create robust safety systems

• Rapidly prototype, test, and iterate on new ideas from concept to deployment

• Explore and integrate large-scale video and audio models for perception and anomaly detection

• Optimize systems for real-time performance across edge and cloud environments

• Collaborate cross-functionally to define product direction and deliver impactful safety solutions

What You Bring

• Ability to work at Verkada HQ during fall 2026 (proposed internship dates: August 31 - December 18)

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or similar technical field of study and graduating by June 2027

• Experience in AI or Machine Learning, gained through either an internship or research.

• Strong ability to quickly build and iterate on new ideas in ambiguous problem spaces

• Experience or interest in working with video, audio, and sensor data

• Familiarity with modern machine learning approaches, especially multimodal or large models

• Comfort experimenting with and applying large video and audio language models

• Solid engineering skills with a focus on shipping production-ready systems

• Ability to balance rapid prototyping with scalable, reliable system design

• Self-driven mindset with a bias toward action and exploration

US Intern Benefits

At Verkada, we believe that internships should be as rewarding, supportive, and fun as they are impactful! That’s why we’re committed to providing a world-class experience that supports both your personal well-being and professional growth. Here are just a few of the perks and benefits you can expect as a Verkada Software Engineering intern:

• Monthly housing stipend in addition to a competitive hourly wage

• Daily lunch catered onsite, complimentary barista-made drinks, and fully stocked snacks to keep you fueled

• Intern-exclusive events and mixers, including opportunities to connect with other interns across different teams

• Cross-functional collaboration opportunities, giving you real exposure to how teams work together at Verkada

• Lunch & Learns with company executives — hear directly from leaders and gain insight into building a successful career

• And more! From team-building activities to mentorship opportunities, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way

Additional Information

• We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa.

Pay Disclosure

At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the company. With that in mind, we carefully consider a number of factors to determine the appropriate starting pay for an employee, including their primary work location and an assessment of a candidate’s skills and experience, as well as market demands and internal parity. This estimate can vary based on the factors described above, so the actual starting base pay may be above or below this range. Base pay is also just one component of Verkada’s total rewards package. A Verkada employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, depending on their role, including sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

Estimated Hourly Pay Range
$55—$65 USD

Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

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