Development and Leadership Intern

About the role

J Street is a organization that offers an internship position titled Development and Leadership Intern. This role is designed for individuals seeking hands-on experience in software development alongside leadership responsibilities within a professional setting. The internship provides an opportunity to grow technical abilities while contributing to meaningful projects at J Street. The position is structured to help early-career professionals build both coding proficiency and team management skills during the course of their internship.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Support the development team in building and maintaining software applications used by J Street.
• Take on leadership responsibilities during the internship to guide project direction and priorities.
• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and translate them into working code.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute feedback to improve the quality of the codebase.
• Assist in designing and implementing new features for J Street's internal tools and platforms.
• Help document development processes and create technical guides for team members.
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas for improving development workflows at J Street.
• Learn and apply best practices for version control, testing, and deployment during the internship.
• Work alongside leadership to understand organizational goals and align development efforts accordingly.
• Gain exposure to the full software development lifecycle from planning through delivery.
• Take ownership of small projects and see them through from initial concept to completion.
• Develop communication skills by presenting progress updates and technical findings to the team.
• Contribute to the improvement of existing code by identifying bugs and proposing solutions.
• Support the onboarding of new team members by sharing knowledge and documentation.
• Review documentation and provide suggestions for improving the clarity and accuracy of technical materials.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops organized by J Street to build relevant skills.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program or recent graduate seeking internship experience.
• Demonstrated interest in software development through coursework, personal projects, or prior experience.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of the internship at J Street.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with team members.
• Willingness to learn new programming languages and development methodologies during the internship.
• Basic understanding of software development principles and computer science fundamentals is expected.
• A self-motivated individual capable of managing tasks and meeting deadlines independently.
• Comfortable working in a team environment and open to constructive feedback.
• Eagerness to take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to project decisions.
• Availability to work during standard business hours as part of the internship commitment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are important for this role.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and shifting project requirements during the internship.
• Familiarity with basic data structures and algorithms is beneficial for the development work.
• A strong work ethic and reliability are essential qualities for interns at J Street.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with open-source projects or community-driven development initiatives is valued.
• Familiarity with project management tools and agile development methodologies is helpful.
• Background in a leadership role within a student organization or club is beneficial.
• Knowledge of multiple programming languages and frameworks beyond introductory coursework is a plus.
• Understanding of software design patterns and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent priorities.
• Exposure to agile or scrum methodologies through participation in sprint planning sessions.
• Interest in mentoring peers and contributing to a positive team culture at J Street.

Skills & tools

• Programming languages relevant to the development work at J Street and related technologies.
• Version control systems for managing and tracking code changes across the team.
• Integrated development environments and text editors for writing and reviewing code.
• Testing frameworks and debugging tools for ensuring software quality and reliability.
• Collaboration platforms for communicating with team members during the internship period.
• Documentation tools for creating and maintaining technical guides and reference materials.
• Project management and task tracking applications used by development teams daily.
• Cloud platforms and hosting services relevant to deploying and running applications.

Practical notes

• The internship is a temporary position at J Street with a defined start and end date.
• This role is not a full-time permanent position but rather a structured learning experience.
• The location for this internship has not been specified by J Street at this time.
• Candidates should expect to work closely with both development and leadership teams throughout the internship.
• Interns at J Street may have the chance to present their work to leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
• This position is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to start a career in software development.
• The Development and Leadership Intern will receive guidance from mentors throughout the duration of the placement.