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Intern, Software Engineer
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About DrFirst
Here is a remarkable chance for you to join a thriving Healthcare IT company with established products, prestigious clients, substantial revenue, blue chip institutional investors, and continuous growth. At DrFirst, you will collaborate with brilliant minds, tackling unique healthcare challenges on an unprecedented scale. Our culture is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and fast-paced—ideal for those who seek personal and professional growth while working alongside intelligent colleagues. If you're enthusiastic about pushing your limits, unlocking your potential, and thriving in a dynamic team, we're eager to connect with you!
‍Position Overview
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic college intern with a strong foundation in computer science and hands-on experience in Java programming. This is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience working alongside experienced developers on meaningful projects.
This is a full-time position that will span over the course of 10 weeks. The program will start Monday, June 2nd, 2024 and end Friday, August 8th.
‍ What You'll Gain:
- Hands-on experience with real projects in a professional environment.
- Mentorship from experienced software engineers.
- Opportunity to improve technical and soft skills.
- Potential for full-time opportunities after graduation.
What You Will Work On
- Assist in the design, development, and testing of Java-based applications.
- Collaborate with team members in agile development environments.
- Help with documentation and user guides for internal tools or applications.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code under the guidance of senior developers.
- Debug and resolve software defects and issues.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
- Research and implement solutions to technical challenges.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with Java and object-oriented programming concepts.
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and basic software development principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new technologies.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Preferred (Not Required):
- Knowledge of additional programming languages like Python, JavaScript, or SQL.
- Exposure to Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
- Experience with basic web development (HTML/CSS/JS).
- Previous internship or personal projects related to software development.
Physical Requirements
100% Remote
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Our Story
Since 2000, DrFirst has pioneered healthcare technology solutions and consulting services that securely connect people at touchpoints of care to improve patient outcomes. We create unconventional solutions that solve care collaboration, medication management, price transparency, and adherence challenges in healthcare. We unite the Healthiverse™ by providing our clients with real-time access to the information they need, exactly when and how they need it – so patients get the best care possible. The “Healthiverse” is a term coined by DrFirst to describe our vision of a united healthcare universe where everyone is connected in real-time to each other and to the information they need, so patients get the best care. The vast Healthiverse includes patients, medical professionals and caregivers, hospitals, pharmacies, EHRs, payers, HIEs, pharmaceutical companies, and more. The expansiveness of the Healthiverse means that providers need better access to complete, clean, and consumable information to provide the best care for patients. DrFirst’s mission is to unite the Healthiverse with revolutionary products and services that close the gaps between information and people so that all sectors in healthcare can create better outcomes together. To learn more, visit DrFirst.com. We are always looking for team members who: • Are DDS (driven, disciplined, smart) innovators • Hit the ground running • Look for solutions • Want to revolutionize and transform healthcare • Are passionate about saving lives • Hope to make a difference as part of an extraordinary team doing extraordinary things If this sounds like you, please check out our current opportunities at http://www.drfirst.com/careers.jsp