Software Engineering Intern at Game Plan Tech

Seniority: Intern

Game Plan Tech is a mission-driven consulting and services firm that helps government teams access technologies that improve innovation, efficiency, performance, and security. The Software Engineering Intern will contribute as a full member of an engineering team, developing products and systems, collaborating cross-functionally, troubleshooting issues, and presenting project outcomes while developing technical skills with mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and ship code for user-facing products or internal systems
• Collaborate with your team (including other engineers, product managers, and designers) in agile ceremonies like daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Participate in code reviews, learning to give and receive constructive feedback
• Learn and utilize our modern tech stack, including [List 2-3 key technologies, e.g., React, Python (Django), AWS, GCP, Kubernetes]
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure our applications are fast, scalable, and reliable
• Present your work and project impact to your team and other company leaders

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• A solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
• Programming experience with at least one of the following: Python, Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• A link to your GitHub, personal website, or portfolio showcasing projects you've built (bonus)
• Previous internship or research experience (bonus)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS, GCP, or Azure) or version control (like Git) (bonus)

Skills

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• A solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
• Programming experience with at least one of the following: Python, Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• A link to your GitHub, personal website, or portfolio showcasing projects you've built (bonus)
• Previous internship or research experience (bonus)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS, GCP, or Azure) or version control (like Git) (bonus)

Tech stack

Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Design, Python, Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Git, AWS, GCP, Azure

Benefits

• Paired with a dedicated mentor who will guide your growth and help strengthen your technical skills
• Collaborative environment where you can make a significant impact and drive innovation for clients
• Opportunities to advance your career
• Respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace