ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Full Stack Developer Intern will support the Projects Services function of the Enterprise Business Unit through contributions to open-source stack projects. Work tasks will align with departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and project requirements, but will broadly include the following Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs):
• Assist in building, testing, and deploying applications using open-source frameworks and tools.
  • Write clean, maintainable code under supervision.
  • Support feature testing and participate in deployment activities to gain real-world project experience.
• Support integration of open-source components into enterprise solutions.
  • Learn how to evaluate, adapt, and integrate open-source libraries and frameworks into larger systems.
  • Ensure compatibility and performance as part of the integration process.
• Contribute to documentation of processes, tools, and project outcomes.
  • Help maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for codebases, workflows, and solutions to support future development.
• Conduct research on emerging open-source technologies relevant to the business.
  • Explore new tools, frameworks, and trends.
  • Share insights and recommendations with the team that could enhance product development.
• Provide troubleshooting and debugging support under supervision.
  • Assist in identifying and resolving issues in applications and integrations while learning structured debugging techniques from senior engineers.
•  Collaborate with senior engineers and team members to ensure timely delivery of project tasks.
  •  Actively participate in team efforts to meet project milestones and deadlines.
  • Build teamwork and collaboration skills through ongoing communication and cooperation.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions and team stand-ups.
  • Engage in agile practices, attend regular meetings, and contribute to discussions to understand how professional development teams operate.
• Support in maintaining repositories, version control, and code quality standards.
  • Learn how to use version control systems (e.g., Git), follow coding standards, and participate in code reviews to maintain quality and consistency.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Number of code commits, pull requests, or contributions to open-source repositories and projects.
• Demonstrated progress in mastering programming languages, frameworks, and tools during the internship.
• Quality and maintainability of code submitted.
• Timeliness and accuracy of technical documentation.
• Ability to apply newly learned concepts to real project tasks.
• Active participation and meaningful input in team meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Level of collaboration with senior engineers, peers, and leadership.
• Effectiveness in assisting debugging and troubleshooting efforts.
• Contributions to team knowledge base and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Academic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (if any) will be an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications

• Familiarity with open-source tools and technologies such as PostgreSQL, GitHub, and Linux.
• Interest in open-source communities, contributions, or projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated willingness to learn.
• Good understanding of web technologies — JavaScript, Node.js, HTML, CSS.

Experience & Skills

• Prior project work, coursework, or internships (if any) in software development will be an advantage (but not mandatory).
• Strong integrity, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Good problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team objectives.

Personal Attributes

• Pleasant personality, organized, and tactful.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain composure in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to interact confidently with professionals at all levels.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team.
• Strong IT aptitude and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Assertive and adaptable to dynamic project needs.