Job Description
Join Innovatech Solutions' award-winning engineering team and transform your academic knowledge into real-world impact. As a Software Engineering Intern in Chicago, you'll collaborate on cutting-edge projects that serve millions of users. Our dynamic startup environment combines mentorship from industry veterans with hands-on experience in agile development. Located in Chicago's vibrant West Loop tech hub, this paid internship offers flexible scheduling and potential for full-time conversion. We're committed to fostering your growth through weekly tech talks, hackathons, and dedicated 1:1 coaching sessions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot
- Implement responsive UI components with React and TypeScript
- Write unit/integration tests using JUnit and Jest frameworks
- Participate in sprint planning and daily stand-up ceremonies
- Optimize database queries and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements using Jenkins and Docker
- Document code and create technical specifications for new features
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
- Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development
- Familiarity with RESTful API design and development
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) preferred
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Portfolio demonstrating personal or academic projects
- Authorization to work in the United States required