Software Development Intern

Role Description

The Software Development Intern contributes to ONC’s mission of providing nonpartisan news, opinions, and policy solutions by completing essential tasks in the Technology department at ONC. The Software Development Intern is responsible for maintaining our website.

• Page designs, bug fixes, complete a few pages, etc.
• Research and use WordPress and PHP software.
• Implement new features according to incoming design and functional requirements.
• Work closely with the IT Director of Technology, but most work will be completed independently.
• Time management is an essential skill for this role.
• This position is remote, with work primarily conducted over Zoom and Slack.
• Maintain a high level of communication.
• Some choose to extend their internship past the amount of time they initially committed to, provided their performance meets the required standards.

Qualifications

• Current student working towards a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, and/or related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English) are required.
• Willing to learn general programming principles and skills as well as specific frameworks and methodologies on the job.
• Experience working with WordPress, including theme customization, plugin management, and general WordPress development.
• Solid knowledge of PHP, particularly in the context of WordPress development.
• Able to work peacefully and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to work remotely and on their own schedule in order to make deadlines.
• Google Workspace experience preferred.
• Submit a portfolio of previous work to demonstrate your skills.
• Ability to attend weekly Tech Department meetings (typically Wednesday evenings).
• Must be authorized to intern in the U.S.

Requirements

• WordPress
• PHP
• Javascript
• Python

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• College credit
• Professional networking
• Resume-building experience