Python Developer Intern

Freelancerprox; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company is seeking a motivated Python Developer Intern to join their development team in Greater London. This role offers hands-on experience in building and maintaining scalable Python applications. Interns will collaborate with seasoned developers, participate in code reviews, and assist in various software development projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Python, familiarity with frameworks like Flask or Django, and a willingness to learn. This is a great opportunity to kickstart a career in software development.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Python programming fundamentals.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
• Eagerness to learn and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code.
• Assist in developing and testing software applications and tools.
• Participate in code reviews and team meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on software projects.

Skills

Python programming fundamentals

Flask

Django

FastAPI

Git/version control

Data structures

Object-oriented programming

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Python Developer Intern to join our development team. This internship will provide you with hands‑on experience in building and maintaining scalable Python applications. You’ll work closely with experienced developers and gain exposure to real‑world software development projects.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code
• Assist in developing and testing software applications and tools
• Participate in code reviews and team meetings
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in applications
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on software projects
• Work on APIs, data processing scripts, automation tools, or web applications (based on project)
• Document technical work for future reference

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Python programming fundamentals
• Familiarity with frameworks like Flask, Django, or FastAPI (preferred)
• Knowledge of Git/version control systems
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object‑oriented programming
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong problem‑solving skills and eagerness to learn
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice to Have

• Experience with REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Exposure to data science or machine learning projects (if applicable to your company)