Emergence is a thematic holding company backed by the Pritzker Organization, focused on acquiring and scaling category-defining software businesses. We partner with software companies to accelerate growth through operational excellence, strategic expertise, and technology-driven innovation.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated Fullstack Developer Intern to join our engineering team. This internship offers hands-on experience building and improving web applications, APIs, and backend services while working alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do
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Assist in developing and maintaining applications using Node.js, TypeScript, and Python.
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Build and enhance REST APIs and backend services.
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Work with databases such as PostgreSQL to manage and optimize data.
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Contribute to frontend development and user experience improvements.
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Debug, test, and troubleshoot application issues.
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Collaborate with engineers on feature development and deployment.
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Participate in code reviews and learn software development best practices.
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Help document technical processes and solutions.
What We’re Looking For
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Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
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Familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js.
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Basic knowledge of Python.
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Understanding of databases and SQL concepts.
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Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks is a plus.
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Familiarity with Git and version control systems.
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Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
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Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Nice to Have
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Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, or similar technologies.
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Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
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Personal projects, internships, or contributions to open-source projects.
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Understanding of APIs, microservices, or containerization tools like Docker.
What We Offer
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Hands-on experience working on real-world software projects.
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Mentorship from experienced engineers.
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Exposure to modern development tools and practices.
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Flexible remote work environment.
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Opportunity to learn and grow within a high-performing team.