Python Developer Intern
Python Developer Intern United States Internship | Full-Time (40 hours/week) Pay Range: $25 – $42 per hour Visa: H1B Sponsorship Available | STEM OPT, OPT & CPT Candidates Welcome Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Python Developer Intern to join our engineering team. This role is ideal for students or entry level candidates in Computer Science or related STEM fields who are passionate about backend development, automation, data processing, and scalable application development. The intern will work closely with senior developers to build APIs, develop backend services, automate workflows, and contribute to cloud-based applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend applications using Python
- Build and consume RESTful APIs
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
- Assist in database design and optimization
- Debug, troubleshoot, and fix software defects
- Support automation scripts and data processing pipelines
- Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and code reviews
- Assist in deploying applications in cloud environments
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or related STEM field
- Strong understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Basic understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Technical Skills (ATS Keywords) Programming & Core Skills
- Python
- OOP
- Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Multithreading (basic knowledge)
- Scripting & Automation
Python Frameworks
- Django
- Flask
- FastAPI
- RESTful API development
Databases
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- SQLite
- SQL
Data & Processing (Preferred)
- Pandas
- NumPy
- ETL pipelines
- Data cleaning & transformation
Cloud & DevOps
- AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
- Docker
- Git
- CI/CD pipelines
- Linux/Unix
Testing & Tools
- PyTest
- Unit Testing
- GitHub
- JIRA
- Agile/Scrum
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior internship or academic project experience using Python
- Experience building APIs or backend services
- Exposure to cloud deployment
- Knowledge of microservices architecture
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation ($25 – $42/hr)
- Hands-on real-world development experience
- Mentorship from senior engineers
- Opportunity for full-time conversion
- H1B sponsorship support for eligible candidates
- STEM OPT extension support
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