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Software Engineering Summer Intern 2025 (2 Positions) Launch your tech career this summer while making a real impact in the Sikh community! Organization : Sikh Sparks Location : Hybrid (Remote + Weekly In-person Meetings in Etobicoke) Job Type : Full-Time, Temporary (Summer Student) Duration : 8 Weeks Start Date : Between May 12, 2025 July 21, 2025 Wage : $17.20/hour (Paid Internship) Hours per Week : 35 hours About Sikh Sparks Sikh Sparks is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the Sikh community through technological innovation and capacity-building. Our primary activities focus on leveraging digital tools and technologies to address the unique needs of Sikh organizations and the broader community. By providing tailored solutions, we aim to foster cultural, economic, and social growth within the community. Position Overview As a Software Engineer Intern, you will actively contribute to Sikh Sparks mission by participating in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) while working on impactful community-driven projects. This role offers hands-on experience in building scalable, innovative solutions using modern technologies and methodologies. Below are the specific tasks and responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Software Development Participate in SDLC stages: requirement gathering, prototyping, implementation, testing, documentation. Build web apps (Next.js) and mobile apps (React Native). Develop backend APIs using Java Spring Boot. Use tools like Figma for UI/UX design. Conduct unit/integration testing and debugging. Write and maintain documentation (system design, user guides). Cloud & DevOps Deploy apps to Cloud. Use Docker for containerization and GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation. Use Git for version control. Agile & Team Collaboration Join Agile ceremonies: daily standups, sprint planning, demos. Communicate via Slack and Google Meet. Participate in weekly in-person team syncs. Supervision & Mentorship Weekly 1:1s with supervisor Ongoing mentorship and feedback loop. Safe and inclusive environment. Community Impact Work with Sikh organizations to understand tech challenges. Help build digital solutions for nonprofits. Skills Youll Develop Technical: Full-stack development, CI/CD, Azure, Docker. Professional: Agile teamwork, problem-solving, communication. Soft Skills: Collaboration, adaptability, creativity, digital literacy. Join us at Sikh Sparks to make a difference through technology and be a part of a dynamic team working together to create a positive impact on the Sikh community.