IT Intern

AASHE is looking for an IT intern who will help with the development of data-intensive and user-friendly web applications that help colleges and universities share information and measure their progress toward meeting sustainability goals

We are looking for candidates who have experience developing web applications in a LAMP environment. Candidates should enjoy coding and problem solving.

Teamwork will be important, but candidates should also be self-motivated and capable of meeting deadlines and deliverables without a great deal of supervision.

Candidates should have good organizing, document preparation, and presentation skills.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Candidates should have at least one year of experience programming in PHP and should be enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Sciences or similar curriculum with software development emphasis. Some combination of the following is preferred.

Proficiency with PHP5 or other OOP language

Proficiency with SQL

Javascript/AJAX and/or Actionscript experience

Experience working with web frameworks

Experience using version control system

Location

Interns should be prepared to work remotely from a home office or from our central office in Lexington, Kentucky.

Compensation

$10-15/hour, depending on experience.

Application Instructions

Please email a resume and cover letter to it@aashe.org. There is no application deadline for this internship. We will take applications until the position is filled.

AASHE is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to achieving an inclusive, diverse workplace that values every individual. Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

About AASHE

AASHE is an association of colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada working to create a sustainable future. It was founded in 2006 with a mission to promote sustainability in all sectors of higher education - from governance and operations to curriculum and outreach - through education, communication, research and professional development. AASHE defines sustainability in an inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social responsibility, secure livelihoods, and a better world for all generations.

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