Job Description
Launch Your Career with a Paid Internship in Detroit
Are you a driven student looking to bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice? Innovate Detroit Tech is seeking a talented Software Engineering Intern to join our dynamic team in the heart of the Motor City. We offer a competitive hourly wage, mentorship from industry veterans, and a clear pathway to a full-time career.
Why Innovate Detroit?
As a growing tech hub in the Midwest, Detroit offers a unique blend of historic innovation and modern digital transformation. Our internship program is designed to provide hands-on experience with scalable cloud architectures and data-driven solutions. You will work on real projects that impact millions of users, not just coffee runs and copy-pasting.
What You Will Do
Our interns are treated as junior team members, not just observers. You will have the opportunity to contribute immediately to our product roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Develop & Test: Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for web and mobile applications under the guidance of senior developers.
- Collaborate: Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews within an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Debugging: Identify and resolve software defects and bugs to ensure high application stability and performance.
- Documentation: Create technical documentation, API specs, and user guides to support project continuity.
- Research: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry best practices to propose innovative solutions.
- Deployment: Assist in the deployment of code to staging and production environments using CI/CD pipelines.
Qualifications
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Programming: Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript).
- Database Skills: Basic understanding of SQL and database management systems.
- Tools: Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and IDEs (VS Code, IntelliJ).
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.
- Availability: Must be able to work at least 20-25 hours per week during the semester and full-time during breaks.