IT Internship – Application Development

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Description

Location: Mt. Sterling, IL or Chesterfield, MO

Department: Information Technology

Reports To: IT Manager

Pay Range: $17 – $19

You’re a creative, a tech-wiz, and detail oriented. You think logically but also dream up ideas outside of the box. You are curious, a problem-solver, enjoy tinkering with technology, and provide excellent customer service. If this sounds like you, Dot Foods wants you on our team.

As an IT Intern for software development, you will train, learn, and work with the IT department to gain understanding of workflows, processes, and how IT interacts with other parts of the business. You’ll complete a minimum of one assigned project for review and possible implementation, in addition to gaining valuable professional work experience, knowledge, and skills.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Job-shadow within the IT department to deliver solutions and improve functionality
• Lead and own assigned project(s) within application development
• Participate in a team project with other interns
• Participate in activities related to Agile software development methodologies
• Problem-solve through research, collecting data, and analyzing to determine best processes and methods
• Review, update, and track a variety of reports
• Present project information at the culmination of the internship to communicate research, findings, analysis, and any recommendations
• Apply lean thinking to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position

WORK STATEMENT

• Dot Foods is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require

YOU MUST HAVE

• Good standing as full-time student actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college/university
• Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Creative & innovative thinking

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Degree work towards a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or a related field
• Professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Programming and database experience or aptitude
• Exposure to one or more: Microsoft C#, .Net, SQL

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Work a minimum of 350 hours during internship tenure
• Attend Dot specific business and personal development intern training events
• Potential for minimal overnight travel; ability to travel without restriction by all modes of transportation

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and-operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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