Information Technology Intern

Job Category: Information Technology

Requisition Number: INFOR001039

Full-Time

On-site

Locations

Headquarters

1600 Quarter Horse Dr

Amarillo, TX 79104, USA

Summary

American Quarter Horse Association is excited to offer a dynamic internship opportunity for aspiring software developers. This position is ideal for students or recent graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in both front-end and back-end development. Interns will work under the guidance of experienced developers and will contribute to real-world projects using leading technologies. This role provides a unique chance to develop your technical skills in a supportive learning environment while directly impacting the development of our applications.

Responsibilities:

• Code Development: Write clean, scalable, and efficient code under the supervision of senior developers. Depending on your focus, you may work on front-end user interfaces or back-end server-side logic.
• Problem Solving: Debug and resolve software bugs and issues, participate in troubleshooting sessions, and contribute to finding solutions for various project challenges.
• Collaborative Projects: Work as part of a team to develop and enhance software solutions that meet or exceed project requirements.
• Technology Integration: Gain experience with a variety of programming languages and frameworks, particularly JavaScript, Angular, and C#. Adapt existing software to new requirements and integrate third-party technologies as needed.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Assist in developing tests for software verification, including unit tests and integration tests, ensuring software quality and reliability.
• Documentation: Document your code consistently and clearly for use in training materials, user manuals, and other team members reference.
• Professional Development: Participate in learning sessions, workshops, and other activities designed to enhance your professional skills and job readiness.

Preferred Qualities:

• Eagerness to Learn: Demonstrates a strong desire to acquire new skills and knowledge in software development.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Exhibits strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically to solve complex problems.
• Team Player: Works well in a collaborative environment, contributing effectively to team projects and communicating clearly with peers and supervisors.
• Adaptability: Quickly adapts to new technologies and changing project requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision and accuracy in all aspects of coding and development.

Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: Strong skills in C#, and familiarity with JavaScript. Knowledge of additional programming languages is a plus.
• Web Development: Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Angular. Experience with Blazor for building interactive web UIs using C# is highly valued.
• Back-end Development: Strong background in server-side programming with experience in C# and .NET frameworks. Proficiency with .NET Core and .NET 5/6 for building modern, scalable web and cloud applications.
• Database Management: Ability to interact with SQL databases, understanding database design, and the ability to integrate databases with back-end applications.
• Version Control: Knowledge of version control systems, especially Git, to manage and collaborate on source code.
• API Development: Experience in developing and consuming RESTful APIs and GraphQL, understanding of HTTP protocol and web services.

Soft Skills:

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively articulate ideas and feedback.

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