What An Internship at Bound includes
At Bound, internships are a structured experience designed to give you real ownership, real mentorship, and a real project to point to when you're done.
Here's what to expect:
- A Capstone Project — You will own a meaningful project from day one through the final presentation, giving you something substantial to show for your summer.
- Real Team Experience — Beyond your project, you will be embedded in your team's day-to-day work, gaining hands-on exposure to how Bound operates.
- Mentorship & Support — regular 1:1s with your supervisor and a buddy to help you navigate your summer.
- Connection — Intern events and opportunities to connect with the broader Bound team.
- Program dates — Summer 2027 internships run May 17 – August 6, 2027 (approximately 12 weeks).
A note on timing: We're recruiting for our Summer 2027 cohort. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews and offers extending into winter/spring 2027. This role is open to students who will be enrolled in or have completed a relevant degree program as of Summer 2027 (e.g., rising juniors/seniors).
About the Role
As a Summer Engineering Intern at Bound, you’ll get hands-on experience building software that powers youth and high school sports across the country. You’ll work alongside our engineering team on real projects—from feature development and bug fixes to data analysis and new product prototyping. This is an opportunity to learn fast, ship real code, and make a meaningful impact on a growing platform used by hundreds of schools and organizations.
Key Responsibilities
Platform Development & Maintenance
- Work on foundational system components to help keep the Bound platform stable, scalable, and efficient.
- Contribute to new features and applications under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Fix bugs, troubleshoot issues, and improve existing functionality.
Project Support
- Collaborate on new product initiatives, including applications and external data integrations.
- Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and process improvement conversations.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with developers, QA, and stakeholders to deliver solutions that align with business goals.
- Share progress, ask questions, and communicate challenges effectively within the team.
Data Analysis & Visualization
- Help build reports and data visualizations for internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Customer Success) and the public web.
- Identify gaps in data and work with the team to address them.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (rising junior or senior preferred).
- Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python).
- Basic understanding of web development concepts (HTML, CSS, front-end/back-end fundamentals).
- Ability to work on-site or hybrid in the Ames area for the duration of the internship.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Experience with .NET Core, React, Vue.js, PostgreSQL.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
- Familiarity with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
- Interest in or experience with data analysis, reporting, or visualization tools.
- Involvement in sports as a player, coach, fan, or organizer.
Who You Are
- You're curious and self-directed. You don't wait to be told what to learn next.
- You thrive in ambiguity and get energized by figuring things out rather than following a rigid playbook.
- You communicate openly. You ask questions when stuck, share progress without being prompted, and can explain technical work to non-technical people.
- You care about the details but don't lose sight of the bigger picture. Shipping something real matters more than making it theoretically perfect.
- You're competitive in the best way. You want to get better every day and you bring that energy to the people around you.
Work Hours & Flexibility
Bound does not operate on a traditional “routine” workweek. When work needs to be done, we collaborate to get it done — whether that’s in the morning, afternoon, evening, or occasionally on weekends.
At the same time, Bound supports flexibility for personal needs, family events, appointments, and time to recharge. Employees are trusted to manage their schedules while meeting deadlines and delivering high‑quality work.
Work Location
Bound supports in-office, remote and hybrid work. Some roles may require on‑site presence depending on team needs and responsibilities. Location expectations for this role: Ames, IA / Hybrid
Why Join Bound?
Bound Core Values:
- Moments Matter – We work for moment creators.
- Hands On. Hands In. – We live these problems and live to solve them.
- You Are Unusual – Everyone was given remarkable gifts. We want to see those in action.
- We Figure It Out – We don’t dwell on a problem or issue, we work together and figure it out.
- Learn It Alls – We are learn it alls, not know it alls
Bound is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Bound is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.