AI Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Who We Are Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, privacy-sensitive AI-powered platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management. We’ve got serious momentum in the market: more than 30,000 customers (including 100+ of the Fortune 500), a $5.8B valuation, more than $1 billion in annualized bookings, and backing from CapitalG, Sequoia Capital, General Catalyst, Felicis Ventures, Next47 and more. Physical AI is one of the most consequential technology shifts of our time, and Verkada is at the center of it. You can look at all kinds of communities to see our platform’s impact in the world. It's the retailer that uses our agentic AI to deter theft before it happens. The warehouse that uses AI-powered alerts to make sure its team is protected on the floor with proper PPE. The school that’s alerted to a threat in real-time and triggers a lockdown in seconds, not minutes. We’re rapidly scaling this impact: today, more than 2 million Verkada devices are deployed across 170+ countries. 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 As an equal opportunity employer, Verkada is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Verkada will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Your application will be handled in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Policy.