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Internship in Software Design and Development

EpiBuild
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Description

ALL APPLICANTS MUST EMAIL CAREERS@EPIBUILD.COM AND COMPLETE OUR ASSESSMENT APPLICATION FORM TO BE CONSIDERED

Note: Internships are completely virtual for those located outside of Chicago, IL. As we expand, if there are enough interns in a particular city, we will consider physical expansion into that area.

Training

Candidates complete professionalism training before being placed on a client-facing project

Professionalism Training (Work-life balance, professional communication, company culture)

Execution of standard protocols for root cause analysis, compliance/regulation)

Management (Personnel, project, and portfolio management)

Project: (Leadership, execution, portfolio management)

Responsibilities

  • Design and create websites in WordPress, possibly including eCommerce plugins like WooCommerce
  • Design and create apps
  • Maintain customer relationships.
  • Communicate and behave professionally
  • Gather and maintain info on customers.
  • Post and network on social media.
  • Write blogs, create videos, and generate other content based on your strengths and experiences or discussions with clients.
  • Create ads and sales funnels.
  • Complete the onboarding/training and then take on projects.
  • Work with other team members on projects.
  • Help us grow as a company and community.
  • Take on other similar tasks based on your skills and the company’s needs.

Qualifications

  • INTERNS: if based in the U.S.A., must be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution or pursuing a Technical Certificate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in the relevant field

Must-have soft skills

  • Professional - postive and mature behavior
  • Reliability–you consistently do what you say you will do
  • Commitment—you refuse to quit/resign/disappear just because things get challenging
  • Discernment–ablefollow orders and do exactly as told while understanding when it is appropriate to take initiative
  • Detail-Oriented–Strong attention to detail, ability to read and exactly follow written instructions, high self-motivation, organization skills, methodical and thorough
  • Humility–an ability to listen and take feedback as an opportunity for growth, a commitment to learning new skill sets as required, an ability to admit when errors are made and learn from mistakes
  • Humor--A sense of humor (We’re serious about this one)
  • Selfless–A team-player mentality

Must have hard skills

  • Some experience with WordPress, CSS, HTML, and JavaScript
  • Experience with graphics programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and more (does not need to be exactly these)
  • Ability to think on your feet and thrive in a dynamic startup environment
  • A GPA reflecting a strong work ethic

Optional, but nice to have

  • An understanding of fair use and Creative Commons licenses
  • HubSpot/CRM experience
  • A portfolio showcasing quality websites
  • Experience with Google Drive and Slack
  • Experience in at least one of the following industries: healthcare, legal, business, education, real estate, investment, insurance, etc.

 

Most of our applicants are college students. However, we also consider recent graduates and high-achieving high school students.

 

Don’t leave your personality at home. We see diversity as a strength, and each unique perspective enhances us as a community.

Benefits

  • The opportunity to learn what it takes to be a professional and gain real world experience to pad a resume.
  • The opportunity to help other businesses grow and thrive.
  • An incredible team of smart and supportive professionals.
  • Experience working in a startup solving real-world problems.
  • Opportunities to attend conferences and events in your field at no cost to you.
  • Unlimited snacks and drinks in the office (for those in Scottsdale, AZ).

Details

  • This is an unpaid internship.
  • After the first 3 months, interns that do well in the training qualify to ask to join paid projects.
  • Interns are expected to stay for at least 4 quarters. Those who benefit the most stay at least 1 or more years. Those who only stay 1 semester or quarter generally do not benefit from the experience or contribute to the company. 
  • You must be able to commit to 15-25 hours per week. (For high school students, 10-15 hours is enough.)
  • Some educational institutions require prior approval before the start of an internship. It is the responsibility of the student to check with their institution to be sure they meet any requirements before they accept a position.
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Applying

Email careers@epibuild.com to receive an automatic email with a link to take our required assessment. Taking the assessment is mandatory to gain acceptance into the company. Completing the training is mandatory to qualify to apply for funded projects.

 

You’re just one click away from the most impactful and passionate team you’ll ever join. Someone somewhere will be glad you did.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, gender/sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive community.

 

Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.

About EpiBuild

EpiBuild helps “build the epiphany” of entrepreneurs and businesses by providing graphic design, web design, app development, marketing, and other business services. We aim to develop and grow an ecosystem of partners that complement each other’s needs, products, and services. This includes, but is not limited to, the investment, estate planning, real estate, insurance, education, health and wellness, and healthcare industries. From cute animal websites to high-converting funnels, we do it all.