Web Developer, Intern (Part-Time)

Websmith Group, a website solutions firm located in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a part-time Web Developer intern for an immediate opening. The ideal candidate is a Computer Science or Information Systems major attaining their Bachelors degree and possess an interest in web programming. Some background in computer programming, whether through education or as a hobby, is required.

 



Required Technologies:

• Knowledge of and some experience with multimedia applications, database interactions, data modeling tools and Internet protocols.
• Knowledge and some experience with MySQL.
• Knowledge and some experience with SQL SERVER.

• Knowledge of and some experience with .NET ASP/ASP.NET framework and Visual Studio,
• Knowledge of and some experience with DHTML skills (HTML, JavaScript, Actionscript, etc.),
• Knowledge of and some experience with web scripting languages (e.g., AJAX, VBScript, JavaScript, PHP, XML and JQuery)
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• Understanding of servers, networking and remote desktop,

• Understanding of object oriented development,
• Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat

Desired (the following skillset(s) are a plus, but not required):

• Proficient in CSS Layout & Design,
• Wordpress, Drupal, and/or Joomla theme development and customization,
• Adobe Flash and Adobe Fireworks and Adobe Illustrator are a plus
• Understanding of web architecture, file structures and file management,
• Understanding of optimizing pages and images for the web to work with all platforms and browsers

• Understanding of Search Engine Optimization



Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Develop, test, deploy and maintain client web sites and web applications using mainly CSS (HTML), ASP, PHP, VBScript, JavaScript, MySQL and SQL
SERVER.
• Maintain, change and update existing websites/databases, and create and test new ones as needed.
• Maintain and manage backup procedures for our site, our client sites and all related databases.
• Test user interface and backend processes.

Candidates must possess: 


• Related academic course work 

• A time commitment of at least 15 hours per week 

• A positive team attitude 

• A desire to learn and grow as an aspiring professional 

• Punctuality and dependability 

• Notice, as soon as possible, concerning absences
• Ability to work locally in our Richmond, VA office (located on 3900 Westerre Parkway, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23233).

Special Benefits

• Business Casual dress code
• Flexible scheduling available
• Telecommuting opportunities will be considered after successful probationary period

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, send resume and cover letter to internship @ websmithgroup.com (i…@w…p.com). Please include “Web Developer Resume” in the subject field.