Software Developer Intern

We're Hiring: Software Developer Intern | 1-Year Internship

Location - Mumbai, Maharashtra

Kompass India is looking for a motivated Software Developer Intern to join our engineering team and gain hands-on experience in building, maintaining, and improving software applications and internal systems.

This is a 1-year internship designed for students or recent graduates who want to develop practical software engineering skills by working on real-world applications, existing codebases, APIs, databases, automation, and data-processing workflows.

What You'll Work On

You will get hands-on exposure to

• Develop and maintain web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, React and Next.js
• Build and maintain backend APIs and services using Node.js and Express
• Write Python scripts for automation, data processing and internal workflows
• Work with MongoDB and fundamental database operations
• Perform database maintenance and data operations in the KDL database
• Perform data validation, updates, cleanup and troubleshooting across KDL and other internal systems
• Integrate applications with third-party APIs and services
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across frontend, backend, APIs and databases
• Understand existing codebases and implement changes without disrupting existing functionality
• Write clean, readable and reusable code
• Use Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development
• Work with developers and other teams to understand requirements and implement solutions
• Document technical work, fixes and processes when required

Required Skills

We are looking for candidates with

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of JavaScript
• Working knowledge of TypeScript and Python
• Understanding of MongoDB and database fundamentals
• Familiarity with React and the MERN stack
• Familiarity with Next.js
• Understanding of REST APIs and HTTP fundamentals
• Basic knowledge of Git and GitHub
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to read, understand and work with existing code

Good to Have

• Experience with Node.js and Express
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL or other relational databases
• Experience building projects using React, Next.js or the MERN stack
• Experience working with REST APIs
• Understanding of authentication and authorization
• Experience integrating third-party APIs
• Experience writing Python automation or data-processing scripts
• Basic SQL knowledge
• Familiarity with Docker or containerized applications
• Personal, academic, freelance or open-source software projects

What We're Looking For

Beyond technical knowledge, we're looking for someone who has

• A strong interest in software development and engineering
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn unfamiliar technologies and existing codebases
• Ability to break complex problems into smaller, practical tasks
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with data and existing systems
• Willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks
• Ability to communicate blockers and ask questions when clarification is needed
• Good communication and collaboration skills

Eligibility

• Students or recent graduates pursuing or having completed a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or a related field
• Candidates with strong practical projects are encouraged to apply
• Equivalent practical experience may also be considered

What You'll Gain

During this 1-year internship, you will gain

• Hands-on experience with production and internal software systems
• Practical exposure to frontend, backend, databases, APIs and automation
• Experience working with real-world data management and database operations
• Experience working with existing codebases and development workflows
• Experience with Git-based software development and team collaboration
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced developers

If you are someone who enjoys building things, solving problems, learning new technologies and working with real-world software systems, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested candidates can apply through LinkedIn or share their updated resume with us.

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