Software Development Internship

Description

Job Summary: You will provide technical support for the development, maintenance, and integration of MSF-Brazil’s digital channels, focusing on creating web and CRM workflows, consuming APIs, and handling data. Key Highlights: 1. Support the development and maintenance of MSF-Brazil's digital channels 2. Assist in creating web and CRM workflows and consuming APIs 3. Actively participate in testing routines and performance improvements **Description and Responsibilities:** **Working Hours:** 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM **Level:** Internship **Employment Type:** Internship **1\. WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE A SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT INTERN AT MSF\-BRAZIL?** You will provide technical support for the development, maintenance, and integration of MSF\-Brazil’s digital channels. Your primary focus will be assisting in creating web and CRM workflows, consuming APIs, handling data, and continuously improving the organization’s digital ecosystem—ensuring technological stability and efficiency to engage users and donors. **2\. WHAT WILL BE YOUR CHALLENGES?** * Understand code by reading, testing, improving, and questioning developers to resolve issues and enhance functionalities; * Be organized and adhere to departmental policies while managing simultaneous requests. **3\. WHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?** * You will assist in front\-end development and evolutionary maintenance of pages, forms, and workflows on MSF\-Brazil’s portal using HTML, JavaScript, and the WordPress CMS; * Support monitoring and operation of departmental system integrations, assisting with API consumption and testing, as well as communication with the CRM and payment gateways; * Assist with simple database queries, extractions, and manipulations (SQL) to support analyses and targeted communications; * Organize and document technical requests, maintaining daily task tracking and updating project workflows in Trello; * Actively participate in testing routines (functional and integration) to identify instabilities or opportunities for performance improvement; * Support implementation of basic web accessibility practices, ensuring developed code complies with the organization’s diversity guidelines. **Requirements:** **4\. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO HAVE?** * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Systems Analysis and Development, or related fields; * Intermediate level of English; * Intermediate knowledge of programming logic and familiarity with web development (HTML and JavaScript); * Basic understanding of content management using WordPress; * Basic knowledge of databases (SQL queries); * Understanding of how APIs work and how to integrate via APIs; * Basic knowledge of software version control; Basic proficiency with task management tools (e.g., Trello) and familiarity with agile methodologies. * **5\. WHAT WOULD BOOST YOUR CHANCES?** * Knowledge of Python; Interest in International Organizations and/or the Third Sector. * **6\. WHAT COMPETENCIES ARE REQUIRED?** You must demonstrate **analytical thinking** to understand technical problems, support testing, and contribute to continuous improvement of systems and digital workflows. You must maintain **planning and organization** to track tasks, record requests, and meet team deadlines. You are also expected to act with **service orientation**, contributing to the smooth operation of technological solutions used by teams and end users. Additionally, you should show **behavioral flexibility**, learning new tools, handling diverse requests, and adapting to development environment routines. **SAFEGUARDING PRINCIPLES AND CULTURE:** MSF seeks individuals who share our commitment to a safeguarding culture—one that ensures a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We strive to promote and ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) across all our actions and practices. By doing so, we strengthen our mission and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow within the organization. Applications demonstrating alignment with these values will be highly valued. Aligned with the values guiding our organization’s actions worldwide, we will prioritize applications from candidates who meet the established requirements and identify with one or more historically marginalized groups, including: Black people (Black and Brown), Indigenous peoples, Trans people, and persons with disabilities (PcD). **Join the Strategic Engagement Hub team at Médecins Sans Frontières Brazil!** **APPLICATION DEADLINE: 03/26/2026** **FEEDBACK:** We are delighted by your interest in working with MSF! Please note that, at the conclusion of the selection process, all applicants will receive feedback regarding their participation. **Benefits:** Health insurance, Gympass, Life insurance, Meal allowance, Transportation allowance