PHP Developer

Job Title: PHP Developer Intern (Unpaid, Remote)

Location: Remote

Duration: 16 weeks (with the potential to transition to a paid, official position upon successful completion)

Overview:

Scholar's Glen is dedicated to revolutionizing the student housing experience by connecting international students with a curated selection of quality off-campus accommodations near their desired universities. Our software development team is integral to enhancing and maintaining our platform's features and functionality. As a PHP Developer Intern, you'll collaborate closely with our team to create innovative features and implement updates. This remote internship requires candidates to have a reliable internet connection and a computer to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement new features and updates using PHP for web application development.
2. Collaborate with the software development team to ensure code quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
3. Contribute to the design and implementation of web application architecture.
4. Participate actively in code reviews and contribute to coding best practices.
5. Provide insights and suggestions for improving platform performance and enhancing user experience.
6. Assist in troubleshooting and debugging software issues as needed.
7. Undertake any other duties as assigned by the software development team.

Qualifications:

1. Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer science or a related field.
2. Strong understanding of web development technologies and frameworks, with a focus on PHP.
3. Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony.
4. Familiarity with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
5. Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
7. Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
8. Familiarity with database management systems like MySQL is considered a plus.

The Process:

Upon submitting your application, our team will review it and reach out to you via email with a brief set of questions to assess your suitability for the PHP Developer Intern role. Following the review of your responses, we will schedule an interview with you using Calendly. During the interview, we will delve into your background, qualifications, and experiences. Successful candidates will be invited to join our collaborative workplace.

To apply for this internship, kindly submit a comprehensive resume and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and expressing your interest in this opportunity. We eagerly anticipate reviewing your application. Please note that while this is an unpaid internship, exceptional performance may lead to a transition to a paid, official position upon completion.