Job Description
Join TechInnovate KC’s award-winning engineering team and transform your summer into a career launchpad! This part-time internship offers college students the rare opportunity to earn academic credit while building real-world software solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Located in Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads Arts District, you’ll collaborate with industry mentors on cutting-edge projects in cloud development, AI integration, and cybersecurity. Our flexible 20-30 hour/week schedule accommodates your academic calendar, while our mentorship program guarantees personalized growth. Why this internship? • Hands-on experience with production-level code • Direct mentorship from senior engineers • College credit partnership with KC universities • Potential for full-time conversion post-graduation • Competitive stipend + free downtown parking
Responsibilities
- Develop and test microservices using Python/Node.js for enterprise clients
- Contribute to CI/CD pipeline optimization using Jenkins and Docker
- Participate in Agile sprint planning and daily stand-ups
- Debug and resolve production issues under senior guidance
- Document code and technical specifications using Swagger/OpenAPI
- Collaborate with UX/UI teams to implement responsive front-end components
- Present project milestones to stakeholders bi-weekly
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing Computer Science or related degree (sophomore+)
- Eligible for college credit through your institution
- Proficiency in at least one: Python, JavaScript, or Java
- Basic understanding of REST APIs and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP)
- GitHub portfolio with 3+ relevant projects
- Authorization to work in the US (no visa sponsorship)
- Availability for 12-16 weeks (May-August)
- 3.0+ GPA preferred