Intern - Front End Developer (Computer Science, Web Development, or Information Sciences Majors)

Simon Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group is seeking a Front End Developer Intern to support our front end/UX engineering queue in Indianapolis. You will help remediate accessibility findings and accelerate WCAG compliance while building responsive UI components.

Responsibilities include working from the backlog, collaborating with design, and contributing to code reviews in an agile environment. A related degree and strong HTML/CSS/JS skills are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a related field.
• Fundamental front end skills and a willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and development workflows.
• Interest in accessibility and WCAG standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete front end development tasks from the team's backlog.
• Remediate accessibility findings including semantic HTML and ARIA attributes.
• Build/update responsive UI components with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Test across browsers, devices, and assistive tech.
• Participate in code reviews, sprints, and QA cycles.
• Collaborate with UX Design Intern to translate mockups into interfaces.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Git

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Systems, or a related field

Job description

Job Location: Corporate Indianapolis

The Front End Developer Intern is will provide hands-on development support to our front end/UX engineering queue. They will work on remediating open items from our accessibility audit, allowing us to accelerate WCAG compliance work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete front end development tasks from the team's active backlog
• Remediate accessibility audit findings, including semantic HTML, ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation, color contrast, and focus management
• Build and update responsive UI components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Test work across browsers, devices, and assistive technology
• Participate in code reviews, sprint ceremonies, and QA validation cycles
• Collaborate directly with the UX Design Intern and design team to translate mockups into working interfaces

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Systems, or a related field
• Proficiency with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; exposure to a modern framework is a plus
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and general development workflow
• Interest in or coursework covering web accessibility and WCAG standards
• Comfort with browser developer tools and debugging
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational habits
• Able to take direction, ask clarifying questions, and work collaboratively in an agile team environment
• Coursework, personal projects, or a portfolio demonstrating relevant skills

Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future. Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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