Software Development Intern

Job Summary:   Zymo Research is seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both front-end and back-end web development and a willingness to learn and grow. This role involves developing and maintaining web applications, internal tools, e-commerce sites and APIs that improve operational efficiency, enhance user experiences, and support Zymo Research's mission of advancing scientific discovery.   In this role, you will work with a team of senior developers on software projects. You will contribute to the codebase, participate in architectural design discussions, interact with stakeholders, and learn best practices of software development.   The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated learner, an effective team player, and possess a strong interest in learning about software development and system design. The successful candidate should also be detail-oriented and have experience with basic software development practices. If you are passionate about directly contributing to scientific advancement alongside industry veterans in a highly collaborative environment, we want you!   This position requires at least 20 hours per week of onsite work during normal business hours at our Tustin office. Remote work is not possible.   Join us in making a meaningful impact! Essential Duties and Responsibilities   * Learn and understand codebases of our existing applications. * Complete assigned software development tasks with good code quality in a timely manner. * Contribute to new software projects from design and development phases all the way to deployment. * Contribute to maintenance and troubleshooting of applications. * Develop internal tools and dashboards. * Communicate with stakeholders and users about their needs and requirements.   Education and Experience:   * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline. Students in the last year of their degree program or pursuing a Master’s degree will be considered. * Experience in React and/or Next.js framework, HTML, CSS. * Experience in Python backend frameworks such as Django and Flask. * Experience in creating and using REST APIs. * Experience in version control tools such as Git. * Experience in developing Shopify sites is a plus. * Experience in developing WordPress sites is a plus. * Ability to leverage AI tools in development. About Us:   Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high-quality research tools and products. Whether it's DNA, RNA, epigenetics, microbiomics, protein, or yeast-based research, our philosophy remains the same: To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance.   Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Orange County Register in 2021, 2022, and named a Top Workplace USA in 2023, Zymo Research continues to be a vibrant community where employees thrive, feel connected, and are inspired by their work. If you are passionate about contributing to scientific advancement and want to be part of an exceptional team in a dynamic, growing company, we'd love to hear from you!   Compensation: The estimated base compensation range for this position is $20 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation details will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex, age, color, race, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical & mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by federal, state, or local law.   Location: Onsite – Zymo Research Operations – 2961 Dow Ave., Tustin, CA, 92780   Disclaimer: At Zymo, we take the integrity of our hiring process seriously. Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activities that may use our name to deceive job seekers. We will never ask for payment, sensitive personal information, or financial details during the recruitment process. All legitimate communications will come from an official Zymo or TriNet Hiring email address. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent us using a free email service (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or asking for payment, please treat this as fraudulent and report it immediately to careers@zymoresearch.com [careers@zymoresearch.com]