Ecommerce Java Development Internship (Spring 2025) at Spencer's

Overview

Are you interested in gaining meaningful work experience at one of the nation's leading specialty retailers? As a Spencer's and Spirit Halloween IT Intern you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skill set, explore your talents, and network with our company leaders. Our internship program offers a challenging, hands-on experience in a rewarding, supportive environment. Our goal is to prepare you to jump into a career post-graduation.

Former interns often describe our internship program as the most fun they've ever had – at a company where our mission is 'Life's a Party. We're Makin' It Fun!' and 'So Much Fun It's Scary!' what else could you expect? With a small group of interns there is a close relationship between supervisors, mentors, and interns, which fosters an environment of companionship and learning.

Some highlights of our program include:

• Paid, full-time internship
• Workshops with our Corporate Executives including the CIO
• 30% discount at Spencer's and Spirit Halloween Stores

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software using Java/J2ee, Spring, RESTful services, RDBMS/NoSQL databases.
• Performs coding, testing and debugging programs.
• Provides user training and post implementation support as necessary.
• Be a hands on Developer of a high performance development team.
• Provides production support and Maintenance of existing sites and supporting applications.
• Ensure quality solutions are built and tested.
• Provide feedback regarding technical requirements, timelines and software concerns.
• Interest in researching new technologies and learning new coding languages as needed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Available to work 30 hours per week while being on-site a minimum of 2 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday)
• Completion of  junior year preferred and must be enrolled in college for the upcoming semester; graduate students are also encouraged to apply
• Commutable distance to our home office in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
• Proficient in object-oriented design and programming
• Experience with Core Java / J2EE backend development
• Programming expertise in Java, Multi-threading and XML technologies
• Excellent team player with good analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Preferred to have experience with Git