Web Developer Intern

Are you a web developer with a passion for creating innovative and user-friendly websites? Do you enjoy working as part of a collaborative team to improve design and usability? Ripple Effect is seeking a Web Developer Intern to join our dynamic team.

Ripple Effect is looking for a graduate student to join our team as a Web Developer Intern to support our client’s mission. This role will be on the Digital Transformation team and will work with other teams to oversee the development of high-quality websites, collaborate with designers, and implement best practices to ensure optimal website performance and user experience.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle. 

General Information 

• Job Code: ADF-IN-00F
• Location: Ripple Effect Headquarters – Rockville, MD
• Employee Type: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, On-Call
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements)
• Telework: Part-Time, On-Call
• Number of Openings: 1
• Salary Range: $26.00 - $27.00 per hour (how we pay and promote) 

Responsibilities 

• Write well-designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
• Use internet technologies, techniques, scripting and object-oriented languages and databases (e.g. HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL) to create, edit, and update web page elements such as user interface features, site animation, web apps, special effects, databases, and e-business applications
• Integrate data from various back-end services and databases
• Troubleshoot a variety of issues including script and plugin errors, media integration, and website usability
• Support the maintenance, expansion, and scaling of websites
• Improve websites using industry best practices for both functionality and search engine results
• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities
• Draft and maintain software documentation
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree
• Enrolled in current graduate program

Basic Requirements 

• Proficient in WordPress and Drupal
• Excellent documentation skills including with requirements gathering
• Programming skills and knowledge of modern HTML/CSS
• Ability to code in at least one programming language, such as Javascript and Python
• Knowledge of jQuery and other web development libraries and frameworks
• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization process
• Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly, and master diverse web technologies and techniques
• Highly organized, efficient, and extremely detail-oriented
• Demonstrated strength in oral and written communication skills, including professional emails
• Ability to work productively and collaboratively in SharePoint to accomplish tasks
• Available to support projects for at least 10 hours per week, during 9-5pm Monday-Friday

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what makes Ripple so great check out our capabilities.  

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Experience with designing, implementing, or maintaining APIs
• Experience incorporating AI tools into websites for chatbots and other uses

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply! 

About Ripple Effect 

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. 

Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at [email protected] or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.