Now Hiring – Web Development Intern

Who We Are

PaperStreet creates new websites and revitalizes aging ones. In addition to creating websites that are engaging, we also have a knack for getting results. PaperStreet has been designing websites since 2001 and has produced over 2,500 custom websites.

Internship Snapshot

• Part-time, remote; we’ll work with your school schedule.
• Work primarily within standard business hours (9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET).
• Collaborate daily with our dev team and gain hands-on experience in a real design-firm environment.
• Potential pathway to a full-time role upon graduation or internship completion.

Role Overview

You’ll assist multiple members of the Development team with technical tasks across new and existing projects. Work ranges from documentation/content entry to code edits for client sites.

Typical responsibilities:

• Implement front-end changes (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) and minor PHP edits in existing codebases.
• Build and refine responsive layouts; ensure cross-browser and cross-device consistency.
• Set up and update CMSs (primarily WordPress); handle data/content entry with precision.
• Assist the Support and Content teams with website updates and quality checks.
• Use Git for version control and follow a lightweight PR/code-review process.
• Monitor and improve accessibility (WCAG), performance (Core Web Vitals), and SEO fundamentals.
• Document changes clearly so others can reproduce and maintain your work.

How You’ll Use AI

We use AI to accelerate work—not to replace solid engineering judgment.

• Draft boilerplate code, tests, and documentation—then review and refine outputs for accuracy.
• Generate test data and edge-case scenarios for QA.
• Summarize tickets/specs and propose implementation approaches.
• Automate repetitive tasks (linters, scripts, code mods) while upholding privacy and security guidelines.

What You’ll Learn

• Modern front-end stacks/patterns
• Working with APIs (REST/JSON; GraphQL exposure a plus) and data-fetching patterns.
• CI/CD basics (e.g., GitHub Actions) and disciplined Git practices.
• Professional collaboration: tickets, stand-ups, code reviews, and release hygiene.

Required Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a B.S./B.A. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field at your university
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript; comfort editing existing code.
• Familiarity with a code editor/IDE and the command line (VS Code or Cursor preferred).
• Experience with Git (branching, commits, pull requests).
• Detail-obsessed, organized, and collaborative—able to juggle multiple projects across industries.
• Proficiency using AI coding assistants responsibly

Preferred / Nice to Have

• WordPress development (themes/plugins) or other CMSs.
• Basic PHP ability to read and modify simple backend code.
• Exposure to React/Vue/Svelte and modern CSS (Tailwind, CSS Modules).
• Accessibility, performance tuning, and Core Web Vitals awareness.
• Testing exposure and debugging via browser devtools.
• Familiarity with design systems, Figma handoff, and basic SEO best practices.

Schedule & Logistics

• Position Type: Part-time, Remote.
• Time Commitment: Flexible around your academic schedule; primary hours within 9 a.m.–6 p.m ET.
• Equipment: Reliable computer and internet connection for remote collaboration.

How to Apply

Follow these instructions exactly. This is part of the hiring test (pass/fail).

1. No phone calls.
2. Write an email to [email protected].
3. Subject line: “PaperStreet Development Intern: [YOUR NAME]” (replace with your full name).
4. Include a short, one-paragraph note about yourself—tone is up to you (funny, witty, serious—just be you).
5. Include your contact information at the end of the email.
6. If you have a portfolio (designs, builds, or SEO work), include a link (or attach as a PDF).
7. Attach your résumé as a PDF.