Front-End Developer Intern Job at Prospect Equities, Chicago, IL

LzU2RTM3aURjNUJHOERLa0tXV3VSSlFiSUE9PQ==
  • Prospect Equities
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description


About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Front-End Developer Intern to join our team in building responsive and user-friendly public websites, mobile applications, and web applications. In this role, you will focus on crafting intuitive user interfaces using JavaScript / TypeScript and React, collaborating closely with backend engineers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless interactions. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in front-end development and expand your skills to include mobile app development using React Native.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Build and optimize front-end and mobile components using JavaScript / TypeScript and the React / React Native framework to deliver a smooth and responsive user experience.
  2. Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate RESTful APIs, ensuring seamless data flow between the front-end and back-end systems.
  3. Participate in the design and optimization of user interfaces, focusing on performance, accessibility, and user-centric features.
  4. Identify, debug, and resolve front-end issues to continuously enhance UI performance and overall user experience.
  5. Contribute to front-end unit testing to ensure code reliability and maintain stability across different browsers and devices.
  6. Assist in the deployment and maintenance of front-end systems on AWS, ensuring smooth updates and optimal performance.
  7. Attend daily stand-up meetings and weekly sprint meetings with the tech team to coordinate tasks, share progress, and address any blockers related to front-end development.
  8. Work closely with fellow software engineers, gaining a comprehensive understanding of full-stack development.

 

Basic Qualifications:

  1.   Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  2. Hands-on experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and the React framework for front-end development, and React Native for mobile development.
  3. Understanding of responsive web design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
  4. Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
  5. Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work collaboratively within a team.
  6. Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Previous internship or project experience focused on front-end development.
  2. Familiarity with RESTful API integration and development.
  3. Experience with front-end unit testing frameworks and best practices.
  4. Basic understanding of AWS services and deployment processes.
  5. Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.

 
What You Will Gain:

  1. Hands-on exposure to developing production-level public websites, web applications, and mobile applications with modern technologies.
  2. Collaboration with backend engineers and insights into how front-end components integrate with server-side systems.
  3. Experience working within an Agile environment, participating in code reviews, and learning industry-standard development and testing methodologies.
  4. Work alongside experienced software engineers and contribute to impactful projects.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the position. Please include links to any relevant projects or GitHub repositories.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital - Univer...

Anesthesiology - Physician - Academics Job at University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital - Univer...

 ...clinical service at a Level IV NICU site, and advancing clinical, educational, and research initiatives. Requires board-eligible/certified...  ...for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. M Health and Clinical Partnerships Providers practice at affiliated... 

Hatch Global Search

Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant SLPA Job at Hatch Global Search

 ...THIS ROLE IS IN TUSKEGEE, ALABAMA Job Description A speech language pathology assistant (SLPA) would assist a speech language pathologist (SLP) in assessing and treating patients with language, speech, fluency and voice disorders or impediments. Assistants aid in... 

Anders Group

Travel Radiation Oncology Nurse Navigator Job at Anders Group

 ...Job Description Anders Group is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia....  ...amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Nurse Navigator @ MedStar Georgetown University Hospital About Anders Group... 

Pacific Security

Security Officer Job at Pacific Security

 ...applicants This range is provided by Pacific Security. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base...  ...Security is looking for Unarmed Security Officers. Our Security Officers are physically and mentally... 

Progressive Comfort Solutions

Lead Heat Pump Installer (* Signing Bonus*) HVAC (4 days/wk -10hr/day) Job at Progressive Comfort Solutions

Job Description Job Description Progressive Comfort Solutions Progressive Comfort Solutions is seeking an energetic and like-minded Ductless Heat Pump installer for our team. We are Progressive. Are you? We are a local HVAC and Electrical contractor based in Seattle...