Job Description
Join the Future of Technology in Washington, DC
Capitol Innovations is looking for ambitious, tech-savvy students to join our team as Paid Interns. Located in the heart of the DMV area, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge software solutions for government and enterprise clients. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact environment while earning a competitive hourly wage.
We believe in nurturing talent. Our interns work alongside senior developers and project managers, receiving mentorship that accelerates career growth. If you are ready to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) from requirements gathering to deployment.
- Write clean, efficient, and scalable code in languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
- Participate in code reviews and agile sprint planning meetings.
- Debug and resolve technical issues within existing applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UI/UX designers and QA engineers.
- Contribute to technical documentation and system architecture diagrams.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and test software solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and security standards.
- Debug and troubleshoot existing codebases to improve system performance.
- Document technical requirements and architectural decisions clearly.
- Engage in daily stand-ups and sprint planning meetings.
- Assist in the deployment of applications to cloud environments (AWS/GCP).
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Strong understanding of programming fundamentals (Java, Python, or C# preferred).
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (React, Angular, or Vue.js) is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.