Overview
Software Engineering Intern Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$31,460
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$46,731
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$63,830
Late-stage/public companies
Software Engineering Interns at SaaS companies earn an average of $49,103, with typical salaries ranging from $37,440 to $62,400. Based on 35 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed Software Engineering Intern Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$63,830
12 salaries
Middle 50%
$46,731
15 salaries
Bottom 25%
$31,460
8 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $63,830 | 12 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $46,731 | 15 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $31,460 | 8 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher Software Engineering Intern Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
Software Engineering Intern Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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