Web Development Intern

The front-end developer creates interaction and user experience with scripts embedded in a site’s HTML. Everything a visitor to a site sees, clicks, or uses to input or retrieve information is the work of the front-end developer who creates client-side software that brings the site’s design to life.

Using a combination of markup languages, design, and client-side scripts and frameworks, the front-end developer creates the environment for everything that website users see and touch: content, layout, and interaction.

He/she must be willing to work in a fast-paced, professional, deadline-driven environment; be knowledgeable in web development standards; and must be able to communicate with project stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities include

Convert approved designs in any format (e.g. PSD) into interactive web pages using HTML, CSS, and Javascript.

Create and edit standards-compliant Wordpress themes.

Create custom Wordpress page templates.

Set up animations and videos on web pages using HTML5.

Add and update site content.

Ensure site compatibility across required browsers.

Learn new coding techniques and platforms with minimal supervision

Review and prioritize queued tasks.

Coordinate with team leader, project manager, and art director about deliverables.

Provide clear concise task updates to project managers and art directors to facilitate a smooth workflow within the team.

Comply with company policies as stated in the handbook provided upon employment.

Must pass the FEWD nesting exam.

Would need to complete 4 type-1 conversions or 2 for other types per month (3% of average monthly incoming conversions).

Would need a minimum QA score of 95% per month consecutive for 4 months.

Must undergo and pass WCAG and ADA training.

Must undergo and pass Bootstrap training.

Key Competencies

Resourcefulness

Creativity

Must be coachable and willing to adapt to changes

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Ability to clearly express ideas and solutions to team mates and stakeholders

Requirements

Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS and Javascript

Proficiency with AJAX-based applications

Familiarity with Photoshop or other photo-editing tool

Experience with Bootstrap is a plus

Experience with Wordpress or other web platforms is a plus

Experience with Git and SVN is a plus

Ability to write jQuery plugins is a plus