Job Description
Join Detroit's fastest-growing tech incubator this summer! Innovate Detroit Labs offers a dynamic internship program where you'll gain hands-on experience in software development while earning college credit. Our collaborative environment pairs interns with industry mentors on real-world projects impacting the city's revitalization. This part-time opportunity (20-25 hrs/week) includes flexible scheduling around your academic calendar and exclusive access to our startup ecosystem.
What you'll experience:
- Work on cutting-edge IoT solutions for smart city initiatives
- Participate in agile development sprints with senior engineers
- Receive personalized mentorship from Detroit tech leaders
- Build a portfolio of deployable projects
- Join networking events with local startups and VCs
Responsibilities
- Develop responsive web applications using React and Node.js
- Contribute to open-source projects serving Detroit communities
- Test and debug software in a CI/CD environment
- Document technical processes and project requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira and Slack
- Present project progress to stakeholders bi-weekly
- Participate in tech talks and innovation workshops
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Basic proficiency in JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and Git
- Enrollment in an accredited college internship program
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
- Ability to work 20-25 hours weekly between May-August
- Interest in urban tech and community impact projects
- Portfolio demonstrating personal or academic coding projects
- Eligible for academic credit through your institution