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Average Early-Career Software Engineering Intern Hourly Pay in Palo Alto, California

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$28.00
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$21.49
MEDIAN
$28
75%
$44.24

The average hourly pay for a Software Engineering Intern is $28.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$21 - $44
Total Pay
$34k - $112k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Apr 04 2022)
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What Do Software Engineering Interns Do?

Software Engineering Intern Tasks
  • Analyze requirements and create software designs.
  • Code fixes for bugs and software defects.
  • Test code for bugs and fit to requirements.
  • Analyze existing software to strategize about upgrades, features, or new platforms.
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Engineering Intern

Medical
13%
Dental
50%
Vision
25%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Software Engineering Interns

Male
85.7%
Female
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Software Engineering Interns

What is the highest pay for Software Engineering Interns in Palo Alto?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Engineering Intern in Palo Alto is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Software Engineering Interns in Palo Alto?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Engineering Intern in Palo Alto is $NaN / hour

How can Software Engineering Interns increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Engineering Intern is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Software Engineering Intern that oversees more junior Software Engineering Interns, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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