Intern - DTI Software Developer

Our mission is to provide compassionate consulting services to local, state, federal and industry clients, active in disaster response, recovery, and preparedness. We will be on time, on target, and on budget with the services aligned to the evolving threats and hazards facing our nation.

The DTI Software Developer Intern will assist the current software developers within ACDC's DTI team by supporting new and ongoing Salesforce development projects. Interns will collaborate closely with experienced developers to enhance existing solutions, automate workflows, and identify process improvements. Additionally, interns will gain exposure to emergency management recovery operations and strategy, including project management processes, planning, public assistance, and grant management as opportunities arise. Each DTI Software Developer Intern will be assigned specific tasks and projects based on their skill sets and areas of interest.

The position will be guided by ACDC’s Corporate Values Platform in all activities.

Position Summary:

• Job Title: DTI Software Developer Internship
• Full Time or Part Time: Determined upon hire.
• Temporary/Seasonal/Regular: Temporary
• Compensation: $18/hour
• Travel/Location: Remote
• Benefits Summary: This temporary position is not benefits eligible except where required by law.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

• Working with current software developers to provide support with new or existing development needs within Salesforce.
• Provide support on projects that require development within our current solutions.
• Identify ways to streamline or improve current processes within solutions.
• Automate and streamline workflows within current solutions.
• Work on projects that have a direct impact on clients if available/needed.
• Interns will be given the opportunity for shadowing experiences and exposure to various divisions and projects as available.
• In limited circumstances, Interns may be asked to assist in matters related to research and development, project management/administration, or other corporate operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with backend software development.
• Basic knowledge of Python, JavaScript, or other programming languages.
• Desire to learn or work with Salesforce.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customers and internal information.
• Capable of multi-tasking when necessary.
• Excellent critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong desire to help people.
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to changes in roles and projects.

Requirements

Experience and Education Required

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from a Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field program at an accredited university, college, or other educational facility.
• 0-2+ years’ beginner level knowledge/experience in software engineering, computer science, or data science principles.
• 0-2+ years’ customer service experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel.

Experience and Education Preferred

• 1+ years of education/experience in backend software development.
• Current GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• 1 year of previous software development related internship, volunteering, or work experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Internship position has no direct supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work

• Schedule may vary and require work on evenings and weekends and dependability and punctuality are paramount.
• Must be able to work approximately 8am -5pm Central Time Zone hours.

Physical Demands

• Sitting or standing for hours at a time.
• Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods of time if needed.

Work Environment

• The internship is considered 100% remote, or work from home.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass company and any applicable client background check and reference check upon offer of employment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States is required.

Benefits

This temporary position is not benefits eligible except where required by law.

EEO Statement

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