Application Specialist Intern

Brief Description

Kidwell is looking for a hard-working, positive, and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Summer Application Specialist Intern. This internship is a summer-only, full-time opportunity designed for students pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field who are eager to gain hands-on experience in software development, API integration and AI/ML initiatives.

The primary function of this position will be to support the Application Specialist in developing and integrating software solutions across the organization. The intern will contribute to real-world technical projects, including a focused AI/ML initiative. Other tasks and responsibilities will depend on the intern’s abilities and the needs of the department.

This is a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in API development and AI/ML applications while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

Kidwell Core Values

At Kidwell, our core values make us who we are and show in everything we do; Led by passion, we believe our everyday jobs contribute to something bigger than ourselves. We pride ourselves in our creativity, but also in the effective solutions we create that bring value to our customers. Our employees act like owners, who take initiative to lead and are treated like family. We are relentless and see work ethic and accountability as the baseline in the pursuit of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing, designing, and supporting RESTful APIs and software integration.
• Write and optimize SQL queries to support reporting, automation, and application functionality.
• Develop and test Python-based scripts and applications.
• Assist with converting SQL queries into API calls using JSON or XML.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and help identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in the development lifecycle - including testing, documentation, and implementation.
• Complete a summer AI/ML-focused project that may include data analysis, predictive modeling, or automation initiatives.
• Complete special technical projects and other miscellaneous assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must currently be working toward a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Python and SQL is required.
• Coursework or a minor in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Data Science is preferred.
• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs, object-oriented programming, and database structures is preferred.
• Honesty, dependability, organization, and strong attention to detail are essential to this position.
• Possesses strong verbal, written, communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with technical and non-technical team members.

Benefits

This internship offers competitive pay with career development potential. Other intern benefits include flexible scheduling, 2 vacation days, 1 sick day, and a Kidwell clothing allowance