Data-Streaming & Automation Engineering Intern

About Fabletics

Fabletics is a global activewear brand known for its data-driven business model, relying on real-time systems to fuel analytics, personalization, and operational decision-making. Our engineering teams are at the forefront, building and maintaining robust platforms that manage high-volume data streams, automation, and experimentation across all commerce and customer experiences.

The Role: Data-Streaming & Automation Engineering Intern

As a Data-Streaming & Automation Engineering Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting Fabletics' real-time data platforms during your summer internship. This position is perfect for students passionate about backend systems, data pipelines, automation, and leveraging modern AI-assisted workflows. You will gain hands-on experience working alongside seasoned engineers on live production systems, utilizing cutting-edge technologies like Apache Kafka, managed cloud services, stream processing frameworks, and selective AI/LLM-based tools.

What You Will Do

• Assist with support and troubleshooting of Kafka-based data pipelines.
• Learn how managed Kafka platforms are administered, including topics, permissions, and environments.
• Utilize AI to aid in building and modifying stream-processing logic and data workflows.
• Explore and apply AI/LLM tools for data transformation and automation as appropriate.
• Contribute to documentation, enhancing operational clarity and understanding.
• Collaborate effectively with engineers using standard version control and task-tracking workflows.

What You Can Bring

• Currently a rising junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with at least one programming language such as Go, Java, or similar.
• A strong curiosity for AI-assisted development and modern engineering workflows.
• Keen interest in real-time data management and/or automation processes.

The Intern Experience at Fabletics

We seek enthusiastic, ambitious students ready to make a significant impact. Our full-time paid internship program offers an invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in our fast-paced, innovative company culture. Interns gain real-world experience, participate in skill-building workshops, and engage in interactive social activities throughout the 9-week assignment.

Location & Schedule

This summer internship program will be based at our El Segundo, CA headquarters, running from June 15th, 2026, through August 14th, 2026. We operate on a hybrid work schedule, requiring employees to work in-office Tuesday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Remote or non-local applicants are not being considered for this specific role at this time.

Key skills/competency

• Data Streaming
• Automation Engineering
• Apache Kafka
• Backend Systems
• Data Pipelines
• AI/LLM Tools
• Stream Processing
• Programming (Go, Java)
• Version Control
• Troubleshooting
• Data Transformation