Intern, Software Engineer

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

Job Summary

OpenGov is on a mission to power a more effective and accountable government — and the software our engineering teams ship every day makes that real for thousands of public agencies across the country. As a Software Engineering Intern, you'll contribute to production features used by real customers, working side by side with full-time engineers across the full stack. This is a hands-on internship where you'll write code that ships, not code that sits in a sandbox. Expect to leave with a deeper understanding of how modern SaaS engineering teams build, test, and deliver enterprise-grade software at scale.

The 10-week internship will run from June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Build and ship features across our production codebase, contributing to web applications and APIs that serve government customers every day

• Design, document, and implement REST API endpoints in collaboration with senior engineers, learning how scalable service contracts are built and maintained

• Write unit and integration tests alongside feature work, developing habits around code quality and test coverage from day one

• Participate in code reviews — both receiving and giving feedback — to sharpen your craft and understand how the team maintains a high bar for quality

• Collaborate with engineers during sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives to experience the full rhythm of an agile engineering team

• Investigate and resolve bugs and performance issues, tracing problems through the stack to develop debugging instincts in a real production environment

• Explore AI-assisted development tools to accelerate your workflow and get exposure to how modern engineering teams are integrating AI into their day-to-day

Requirements and Preferred Experience

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent program

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (TypeScript, JavaScript, React, or Node)

• Experience building with AI-driven UX, agents, and workflow automation (direct ML experience not required)

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly about technical problems

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail — you spot edge cases and ask good questions

• Curiosity and a self-starter mindset; eager to learn from feedback and iterate quickly

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as Angular, React, or Redux

• Basic experience with Git or similar version control tools

• Personal or open-source projects you're proud of — GitHub link welcome

• Strong written or verbal communication skills; bonus if you've shared your work via blogs, talks, or demos

• GPA 3.0+

Compensation:

Boston, MA: $30 per hour

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

Why OpenGov?

A Mission That Matters.

At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust.  Some people say this is boring.  We think it’s the core of our democracy.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

Benefits That Work for You

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families

• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.