Duolingo has opened applications for three paid 2027 internships in the United States, giving students a chance to work on product and engineering projects in Pittsburgh, New York and Seattle. The openings cover Associate Product Manager, Software Engineer and Software Engineer, Thrive roles, but each comes with different academic requirements, locations, dates and application deadlines.
Key facts
- Duolingo is recruiting for three 2027 internships: Associate Product Manager, Software Engineer and Software Engineer, Thrive.
- The internships are based in the U.S., with roles in Pittsburgh, New York and Seattle depending on the position.
- All three internships are paid, with hourly pay ranges of $54–$56 for Associate Product Manager and Software Engineer, and $47–$49 for Thrive.
- Application deadlines differ by role, with September 30, 2026 listed for the Software Engineer and Thrive posts and October 7, 2026 listed for Associate Product Manager.
- Duolingo asks applicants to consider graduation timing, degree requirements and U.S. work-authorisation questions before applying.
What the Duolingo internships mean for students
For students interested in product management or software engineering, the main practical takeaway is that the right application depends on academic stage. The Associate Product Manager internship is aimed at Bachelor’s students in technical or related fields who expect to graduate in Fall 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028, while the standard Software Engineer internship is for B.S. or M.S. students in computer science or a closely related field graduating between December 2027 and August 2028. The Thrive internship is earlier-stage, targeting undergraduates in computer science or a related technical field who expect to graduate between December 2028 and August 2029.
Location also matters. The Associate Product Manager and Thrive roles are in Pittsburgh, while the Software Engineer internship may be based in Pittsburgh, New York or Seattle. The standard engineering internship runs for 12 consecutive weeks, with two listed periods: May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027 or June 14, 2027 to September 3, 2027. Thrive runs for 10 consecutive weeks from June 14, 2027 to August 20, 2027 and requires relocation to Pittsburgh.
Applicants should also compare pay and eligibility requirements before submitting. Duolingo lists the same $54–$56 hourly range for Associate Product Manager and Software Engineer, while Thrive is listed at $47–$49 per hour. The postings also ask candidates about U.S. work authorisation, sponsorship needs and, for some applicants, OPT and STEM OPT eligibility.
How do the three Duolingo internships differ?
The three roles are aimed at different students. Associate Product Manager is for applicants interested in product strategy, user experience, data and business decisions. Software Engineer is the broader engineering internship for students closer to graduation. Thrive is designed for earlier-stage undergraduates who have already completed foundational computer science coursework and want structured training alongside project work.
What should applicants watch before they apply?
Applicants need to match the role to their graduation timeline, degree level and location flexibility. The standard Software Engineer internship requires programming experience in Java, Python, Kotlin or Swift, while Thrive also requires experience in one of those languages and at least two college-level computer science courses. Associate Product Manager asks for a Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field and highlights data analysis, communication and leadership skills.
Deadlines are not identical across the postings. Duolingo’s listing says Associate Product Manager closes on October 7, 2026, while the Software Engineer and Thrive role descriptions state September 30, 2026. The application systems show slightly later dates for some roles, but the job descriptions themselves provide the earlier deadlines.
What work and support do interns get?
Duolingo says interns work on real products and engineering projects with mentorship and professional development. The postings mention features such as catered meals, language-learning opportunities, hackathons, paid time off, company holidays and social events. The product internship also includes relocation assistance, while the engineering roles describe hands-on work with teams across software development and infrastructure.
FAQ
Which Duolingo internship pays the most?
Duolingo lists the Associate Product Manager internship and the standard Software Engineer internship at $54–$56 per hour. The Thrive internship is listed at $47–$49 per hour.
Do all of the internships require U.S. work authorisation?
The application forms ask candidates whether they are legally authorised to work in the United States and whether they now or in the future need sponsorship. They also ask some applicants about OPT and STEM OPT eligibility.
