PHP Intern (AI-Augmented Development)

Times World; India; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech innovations company in India is seeking a PHP Intern to bridge traditional backend development with modern AI workflows. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate eager to learn PHP coding while utilizing AI tools for enhanced productivity. You will work alongside experienced developers, engaging in lifecycle participation from brainstorming to deployment while optimizing AI-driven solutions. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate interested in PHP coding and AI workflows.
• Ability to write clean, basic PHP scripts.
• Eager to learn and engage in the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Write clean PHP scripts and maintain server-side logic.
• Create technical documentation optimized for human understanding and AI.
• Assist in troubleshooting bugs and performing unit tests.
• Engage in all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Use AI tools to assist in coding and optimizing prompts.

Skills

Basic exposure to the Laravel framework

Understanding of Git for version control

Exposure to API concepts (REST)

Critical Thinking

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Department: Software Development
Job Type: Permanent
Location: India

We are seeking a tech-savvy PHPIntern who is eager to bridge the gap between traditional backend development and modern AI workflows. This role is designed for a forward-thinking recent graduate who not only wants to learn robust PHP coding but is also passionate about using Prompt Engineering and AI tools to accelerate development and solve complex problems. You will work alongside experienced developers to build scalable applications while helping us pioneer AI-integrated engineering workflows.

Key responsibilities:

• Core Development & Learning
  • Code Assistance: Write clean, basic PHP scripts and assist in maintaining server-side logic under the guidance of senior mentors.
  • Documentation: Create technical documentation that is optimized for both human understanding and AI-assisted context (LLM-friendly docs).
  • Testing & Maintenance: Assist in troubleshooting bugs and performing unit tests to ensure application reliability.
  • Lifecycle Participation: Engage in all phases of the development lifecycle, from initial brainstorming to deployment.
• AI & Prompt Engineering Integration
  • AI-Assisted Coding: Actively use AI tools (e.g., Claude, Antigravity, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to generate boilerplate code, refactor functions, and explain complex logic.
  • Prompt Optimization: Experiment with and refine prompts to ensure AI-generated code meets our security and style standards.
  • Automation: Help the team identify routine tasks that can be automated through AI or smart scripts to improve overall productivity.
  • Trend Tracking: Stay updated on the latest PHP features and emerging AI/LLM trends.
  • Collaborative Learning: Participate in code reviews and share "prompting tips" with the team to foster an AI-first culture.

Requirements (Qualifications/Experience/Competencies)

• Frameworks & Modern Tooling (A+)
  • Basic exposure to the Laravel framework.
  • Understanding of Git for version control.
  • Exposure to API concepts (REST).
• Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking: The ability to verify and debug AI-generated code rather than following it blindly.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain logic and collaborate on prompts.
  • Adaptability: A "fast-learner" mindset ready to pivot as AI tools evolve.

01, Ground Floor, Sahya Tower
Govt. Cyberpark Campus
Calicut, Kerala, India 673 016
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