Fullstack AI Engineer Intern

Location: ONSITE / IN-OFFICE NYC / HYBRID

Internship Duration: 6 MONTHS

Department: AI Operations and Engineering

Type: Internship | Part-Time or Full-Time | Paid and Unpaid or Academic Credit

___**___Immediate Openings Only: Please note that this internship is for candidates who can interview and start right away. Gesture is NO LONGER accepting future-dated applications for Summer 2026. DO NOT APPLY UNLESS you are available to begin interviewing asap, and if selected, you can start immediately ** __ ** __** ** __******

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**About Gesture **

Gesture is where technology meets humanity — a place where innovation, emotion, and impact collide. We're a fast-growing tech company using AI, machine learning, and intelligent logistics to power a first-of-its-kind platform that connects people and brands through real-world, tangible experiences. From our mobile app to our B2B Reach360 platform, Gesture blends data, emotion, and automation to build the future of human connection — at scale.

Inside our NYC headquarters, you'll find an environment that moves with the pace and precision of Silicon Valley but with the heart of something far greater.

We run on cutting-edge tools, creative experimentation, and raw ambition. Every project, every campaign, every moment you work on here matters — because it's seen, felt, and experienced by real people around the world. At Gesture, you'll work alongside some of the smartest, most driven operators, engineers, and creatives in the industry — people who think big, move fast, and care deeply about the work they do.

This is a front-row seat to the future of connection. If you want to help build something that's changing how the world interacts, welcome to Gesture.

Where We're Headed

Gesture is investing aggressively in AI-driven intelligence to power the next generation of marketing and commerce using a gift-centric approach. Our roadmap focuses on:

We're building intelligence that anticipates, adapts, and compounds—predicting intent, optimizing campaigns in real time, and delivering deeply personalized experiences driven by real-world behavior, all through systems that continuously learn and improve with every interaction.

This is not surface-level automation. We're building intelligence directly into the core of how campaigns are planned, executed, and measured—at scale.

At Gesture, you're not joining a static MarTech company. You're joining a team building the infrastructure for how brands will compete in a post-digital-fatigue world.

About the Role

Gesture is building the next evolution of emotionally intelligent consumer engagement. As an Engineering Intern, you will work alongside senior engineers and product leaders to develop AI-driven personalization systems, loyalty infrastructure, predictive user experiences, and advanced in-app capabilities that leverage behavioral and emotional intelligence.

This role is hands-on. You will contribute production-level code to systems used by millions of consumers while learning how engineering, product, and data come together inside a fast-growing technology company. **

What You'll Do**

AI Engineering and Personalization Development
• Support the design and implementation of data models, predictive pipelines, and recommendation logic for personalization across the Gesture ecosystem.

• Contribute to algorithms that translate user behavior into engagement cycles, rewards, and individualized experience pathways.

Loyalty and Engagement Infrastructure

• Assist in building backend components that power user incentives, behavioral triggers, and reward systems.

• Help develop logic that connects user signals (sending patterns, interaction frequency, referrals, etc.) to loyalty outcomes and campaign eligibility.

Full Stack Feature Development

• Collaborate with the mobile team (React Native) to integrate AI-driven recommendations, dynamic feeds, and adaptive notification patterns.

• Develop backend services that support A/B testing, targeted campaigns, personalized prompts, and customer journey flows.
Systems Integration and Data Flows

• Work on API integrations between Firebase, Zoho CRM, Segment, Voucherify, and internal data systems.

• Assist in ETL workflows, data ingestion, and ensuring data quality across the ecosystem.

Scalability, Performance, and Quality

• Participate in performance optimization, load testing, and architecture enhancements.

• Learn best practices for building systems designed to scale to millions of users.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with product, data science, marketing, and design teams to convert behavioral insights into consumer-facing features. **

Technical Stack Exposure**
Frontend
React, React Native, TypeScript and FERN stack

Backend
Node.js, Python (FastAPI, Express)

Data & Storage
Firestore, PostgreSQL, BigQuery

Cloud & Infrastructure
Google Cloud Platform (Firebase, Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub, Cloud Run)
AWS (select services)
Docker, GitHub Actions, CI/CD pipelines

AI / Machine Learning
TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn
OpenAI and LangChain frameworks for LLM-driven personalization

CRM / Marketing Platforms
Twilio Segment, Zoho CRM, Voucherify, OneSignal **

Preferred Core Skills and Competenc** ies and Technical Skills ****
AI / Machine Learning
• Fundamental understanding of predictive modeling and recommender systems
• Familiarity with prompt engineering or LLM APIs
• Interest in behavioral scoring and personalization systems

Full Stack Engineering
• Experience with React or React Native
• Proficiency in backend development with Node.js or Python
• Exposure to Firebase or GCP services is a strong plus

Data Architecture
• Understanding of API integrations, ETL, and third-party data flows

DevOps & Deployment
• Some experience with Docker, testing frameworks, and automated pipelines
• Interest in serverless infrastructure and continuous deployment

Security and Compliance
• Awareness of data handling best practices, including privacy and regulatory considerations

Behavioral Traits
• Customer-obsessed and motivated by improving user experience
• Strong ownership mentality with the ability to move ideas from concept to production
• Analytical and creative problem-solving ability
• Rapid learner with curiosity about new AI tools, frameworks, and SDKs
• Emotionally intelligent, understanding the human impact of technology
• Clear communicator who collaborates effectively across teams **

Preferred Background** ****
• Pursuing a degree in computer science, engineering, data science, or equivalent technical experience
• Prior work or project-based experience in full stack development, AI engineering, or mobile app development
• Exposure to personalization engines, loyalty systems, or recommendation algorithms is a plus
• Startup or fast-paced engineering environment experience is beneficial **

What You'll Gain at Gesture** ****
Meaningful, Shippable Work
Every intern contributes to features that go live in the product. No shadow projects.

Professional Development and Mentorship
• Direct mentorship from senior engineers
• Biweekly sessions with executives and division leads
• Structured growth guidance and portfolio development

Leadership and Strategy Exposure
• Invitations to the Founders' Roundtable where strategy, scaling, and fundraising are discussed
• Opportunities to observe how product and technical decisions are made at leadership level

AI Innovation Environment
• Access to Gesture's internal AI Playground for prototyping and experimentation
• Guided learning on how AI integrates with product, logistics, and consumer experience

Leadership Lunch Series
• Weekly conversations with leaders across engineering, product, and operations

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Application Process - Interested candidates should submit the following**_
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A resume outlining relevant experience.

A brief cover letter highlighting your key skills, achievements, and what excites you about this opportunity.

Any project work, portfolio samples, or coursework that demonstrate your passion and abilities.

Download The Gesture App

We strongly encourage all applicants todownload the Gesture app and explore our platform firsthand. You can also visit gesture.vip to learn more about our mission, technology, and culture.

Compensation & Culture

Gesture is committed to maintaining fair, transparent, and performance-driven compensation practices. Depending on the role, total compensation may include commissions , bonuses , or other performance-based incentives. Final compensation packages are determined by factors such as years of experience, skill set, certifications, and location. Additional components may include equity, annual performance rewards, and other incentive programs tied to company and individual results.

At Gesture, we operate with a KPI-driven, pacesetting culture — one that rewards sharp, motivated, high-performing individuals who take initiative and execute with excellence.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a startup environment, embodying curiosity, grit, and a builder's mindset. This is a ground-floor opportunity to grow alongside one of the most exciting and innovative companies redefining connection through technology.

Apply today to join Gesture and be part of the team that's redefining how the world connects.

Join the Movement If you're ready to lead by doing, grow fast, and make an impact that matters — we want to hear from you.