26-12 Data Full-Stack Development Intern

CGIAR; Lima Metropolitana; Presencial; PEN 30.585 - 45.878; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Excellent working environment

In and out buses for different routes in Lima

6-month term agreements with possibility of renewal

Work in an equal and diverse workplace

Descripción de la vacante

CGIAR is looking for a Data Full-Stack Development Intern in Lima, Peru, to support the Digital & Data Department. The position entails developing a React-based frontend and enhancing backend services using Python and Node.js.

The ideal candidate is enrolled or graduated in Computer Science, ranked in the upper third of their faculty, and proficient in Git and CI/CD practices.

Join a globally recognized organization committed to food security and nutrition in developing countries.

Formación

• Familiarity with Git, code review, testing, and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to document work clearly and follow structured development processes.
• Ranked in the upper third of their faculty (mandatory requirement).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and productionize a React-based frontend.
• Strengthen backend services with Python and Node.js.
• Implement and maintain AWS-based infrastructure.
• Automate data pipelines.

Conocimientos

Git

CI/CD practices

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Educación

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

React

Python

Node.js

AWS (Lambda, RDS, S3)

Descripción del empleo

26-12 Data Full-Stack Development Intern

• Resource Type National Undergraduate Internship
• Region HQ
• Date Opened 05/20/2026
• Job Type Internship
• Industry Research and Development
• City Lima
• State/Province Lima

Job Description

The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for one (1) Data Full-Stack Development Intern to provide support to Digital & Data Department in Lima, Peru.

About CIP: CIP is part of the CGIAR global research partnership committed to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share science-based innovations in potato, sweet potato, and other root and tuber crops. CIP partners with organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social, and nutritional benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social and biophysical sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture. For more information, please visit https://cipotato.org/about/.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and productionize a React-based frontend, including wizard and curator interfaces.
• Strengthen backend services (Python and Node.js), improving performance, reliability, and API design.
• Implement and maintain AWS-based infrastructure (Lambda, AppSync, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, Cognito).
• Automate data pipelines, including monthly GRIN-Global data updates.
• Prototype AI/LLM tools (prompt versioning, RAG experiments, evaluation workflows).
• Establish CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and system monitoring.
• Ensure system security, documentation, and readiness for production deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to scalable solutions for CGIAR gene banks.

Requirements

What are we looking for?

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Ranked in the upper third of their faculty (mandatory requirement).
• Familiarity with Git, code review, testing, and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to document work clearly and follow structured development processes.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

• CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
• CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems in the developing world.
• CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security, improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural resources.

What are we offering?

• CIP provides the opportunity to work in a prestigious international organization.
• Excellent working environment.
• In and out buses for different routes in Lima.
• 6-month term agreements with possibility of renewal.
• Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

How to apply?

Please visit the following link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ to submit your cover letter and a full C.V. along with your references (preferably recent supervisors). Internal candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply for this job opportunity. Nevertheless, we highly encourage all interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is June 03, 2026.

This position WILL NOT have contact with children or vulnerable adults.

We look forward to receiving applications from individuals with disabilities who are willing to contribute their talents and skills to our team. If you require specific accommodations for the selection process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to inform us.

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.