we're building the all-in-one platform for AI development.
here's what that actually means:
the core: a programming language for building just AI assembly language for the new reasoning unit (LLM) is English, so let’s put it front and centre and incorporate best concepts from software engineering:
conditional statements
loops
function calling functions (aka in fancy language multi-agent communication) — this is more difficult than it seems because of the needed type system (see below)
type system (especially important for interacting with multimodal LLMs where one output might have to be transformed to be passed on forward to the next step of the flow which might incorporate an LLM which can only interact with specific modalities)
easy linking with Tools (custom or prebuilt and ready to use: speech-to-text, image generation, ElevenLabs, research and many more
the ide: where the magic happens like notion met vscode and had a baby. build and test AI flows instantly, see results in real-time, iterate fast.
deployment: choose your flavor
api mode:
plug your AI engine straight into your product
forget about prompt management hell
focus on features, not infrastructure
workflow mode:
automate your work with triggers and actions
start small, scale to entire business processes
connect everything - it's an operating system for AI
wordapps & repository:
deploy as public/private web apps
share your flows github-style
let others fork and build on your work
control what people see (from basic UI to full process)
tl;dr we're hunting for a student who learns incredibly fast, gets things done, and isn't afraid of startup chaos. you'll be working on an AI platform that real builders actually use.
the bigger picture: we're not just talking to traditional developers. we're reaching the next 500 million people who will be "coding" with plain english - lawyers, designers, product managers, founders, and domain experts of all kinds. our product needs to thread an impossible needle: deep enough for engineers, accessible enough for everyone else, and compelling enough to show both groups why this matters.
what you'll actually be doing:
diving into our collaborative IDE for AI development (think google docs had a baby with vscode)
writing actual code that ships to real users (mostly typescript/next.js)
helping build components for our workflow system
improving our explore page so the community can actually find cool stuff
learning why LLM orchestration is a technical nightmare (and how we solve it)
you probably should:
be studying something relevant (CS, EECS, Data Science)
have built something — anything — that actually works
know your way around JavaScript/React without constant ChatGPT
be genuinely interested in AI (not just because your career advisor said it's hot)
be comfortable with "hey, can you figure this out?" without a 50-page spec
enjoy learning by doing, breaking things, and fixing them again
real talk:
this is in-person in SF — we can help you with finding accommodation
your code will hit production (with some supervision)
we move fast and things break — you need to be comfortable with not being able to do everything perfectly
sometimes you'll be figuring stuff out while we're putting out fires elsewhere
if you've ever:
stayed up all night coding something just because you couldn't stop
wished you could be part of something bigger than a class project
wanted to see what startup life is actually like
ps: we're backed by spark capital, felicis, and y combinator ($30m seed — biggest out of YC round) but we still work like a seed startup. and yes, the office will have a sauna and be 30m from the sea 🥵
As an Engineering Intern at Wordware, based in the vibrant city of San Francisco, you'll be diving into the exciting intersection of AI and software development. Here at Wordware, we’re not just another tech startup; we're redefining how people interact with technology by creating an all-in-one platform for AI development. Imagine coding not in a programming language, but in plain English! Our platform is designed for innovators from various backgrounds, not just traditional developers. As an intern, your role will involve engaging with our collaborative Integrated Development Environment (IDE), where you'll write real code, mainly in TypeScript/Next.js, that will be used by actual users. You'll also work on building components for our workflow system, enhancing the explore page, and gaining hands-on experience with LLM orchestration. If you're studying Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Data Science, have a passion for AI, and enjoy the thrill of startup life, we want to hear from you. This isn't just a learning opportunity; it's a chance to contribute to a revolutionary project in a fast-paced environment where your work will make a real impact. So, if you're ready to embark on an adventure and make your mark in the world of AI, apply today to join our innovative team at Wordware!
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