Plaid has welcomed its largest class of Summer 2019 Plinterns, a group of talented individuals from various universities across the US. The Plintern team is excited to be working on projects that will help shape the future of fintech and develop new products for clients. Lujing Cen, Sarafina Smith, Jennifer McCleary, Andrew Chen, Owen Gillespie, Jarrod Dunne, Eric Fortney, and other interns are eager to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world problems. The Plinterns have reported a positive experience so far, with many citing the friendly and supportive team environment as a major draw. They are looking forward to working on projects such as encryption and authentication, data infrastructure at scale, and developing new products for clients. The company is also hosting various events and activities, including an internal hackathon, Plaiderdays, and a company-wide retreat in Mexico. With their unique blend of technical skills and passion for fintech, the Plinterns are poised to make a significant impact at Plaid.