Customer Software Development Intern

Genuine Parts Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Motion Industries offers a hands-on software development internship based in the Birmingham, AL area. You will work with project teams to move development projects into production, gain CRM experience, and learn industry best practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and applying skills across the full development lifecycle within a dynamic industrial distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS/BA degree in a computer-related field.
• Working knowledge of SQL and databases.
• Experience with software development methodologies.
• Java, MS Dynamics CRM and/or .NET a plus.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in status meetings and provide updates to Project Managers.
• Collaborate with Architects to design, test, and deploy new CRM features.
• Design, develop and unit test solutions between disparate systems and troubleshoot defects.

Skills

SQL basics

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Independence

Learning new tools

Education

BS/BA in computer field

Tools

Java

MS Dynamics CRM

.NET

Job description

Customer Software Development Intern:

Ready for a challenging and rewarding internship? This is your opportunity to work hands on with project teams throughout the summer and see your development projects put into production! Join a leading industrial distribution company and unleash your technology skills to move our business forward!

We share a mindset at Motion Industries where we’re using our technology fluency to transform everything about our business. If you’re ready to unleash your knowledge, tame technology, and bust out of the ordinary, find out what’s next at Motion Industries.

This position will be based in Birmingham, AL. The ideal candidates will reside in the Birmingham, AL area.

Responsibilities

• Participate in status meetings and provide status to Project Managers
• Work with Architects to develop, test and deploy new features and functionalities for the CRM platform
• Design, develop and unit test solutions between disparate systems, troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues
• Ensure a Technical design document (TDD) is maintained
• Work with Administrator to deploy code throughout the development process and monitor and configure system
• Gain a deep understanding of customer relationship management principles and best practices.

Qualifications

• Working on a BS or BA degree in a computer related field
• Working knowledge of SQL and database concepts
• Experience with software development methodologies
• Working knowledge of Java, MS Dynamics CRM and/or .Net a plus
• High Level understanding of full lifecycle development
• Ability to work within a team
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must be self-motivated and know when to seek guidance
• Individual must be a self-starter and capable of working independently as well as part of a team
• Capable of learning new tools and technologies.
• Ability to provide strong problem-solving skills a variety of methods

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.