Software Development Internship

Clarity Partners is hiring a Software Development Intern to gain hands-on experience building solutions across its technology stack. The role involves designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting web applications while learning about cloud hosting, APIs, microservices, DevOps, databases, application architecture, and AI-assisted development tools.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy web applications for Clarity's long-term clients, including organizations such as the Chicago Police Department (CPD) and the Cook County Clerk
• Build and enhance applications using technologies that may include C#/.NET, React/Redux, Svelte, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, AWS, and AWS Bedrock
• Work on client projects under the guidance of senior Clarity application developers, taking on increasingly independent responsibilities as you demonstrate progress and self-sufficiency
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from understanding requirements and application architecture through development, testing, deployment, and support
• Gain exposure to cloud hosting, APIs and microservices, DevOps practices, databases, and application architecture
• Use modern AI-assisted development tools as part of the development process while maintaining responsibility for the quality and correctness of your work
• Contribute code to real applications, including software that ultimately runs in production

What they're looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related degree program , having completed at least two years of coursework
• Strong  programming skills and experience with an object-oriented programming  language, preferably C#, Java, or C++
• Knowledge of fundamental data structures and software development concepts
• Understanding of relational databases and database transactions
• Ability to translate technical requirements and specifications into working software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to consider the end-user experience when designing a solution
• Familiarity with basic software and system architecture concepts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies and independently investigate technical problems
• Ability to use AI-assisted development tools responsibly while understanding and explaining the resulting code
• You should be able to understand, explain, test, defend, and take ownership of the code you deliver