Intern, Frontend Engineering

CHAMP; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAMP in Cleveland offers a Frontend Software Engineering Internship to gain hands-on experience building user-facing features. You’ll work with our Product Engineering team to translate ideas into functional React and TypeScript interfaces, contributing to modern web apps for government-related platforms.

During the 10-week program (early June to early August 2027), you’ll have a mentor, regular feedback, and opportunities to present your work.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field.
• Available to complete a 10-week internship of approximately 40 hours per week in Cleveland from early June through early August 2027.
• Academic or hands-on experience with at least one programming language.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an interest in building intuitive user experiences.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new technologies, ask questions, and incorporate feedback.
• Comfort working through ambiguity and researching unfamiliar concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work on a defined frontend software engineering project with real business impact.
• Help develop, test, and improve user interfaces alongside experienced engineers.
• Translate product requirements and designs into functional web features.
• Learn and apply frontend technologies within CHAMP’s stack, including React and TypeScript.
• Help connect user interfaces to backend services and display information clearly.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to improve software quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, design, and QA teammates throughout your project.
• Document your work and communicate progress, questions, and challenges.

Skills

Programming language experience

Problem-solving

Team communication

Curiosity & learning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/CE/SE

Tools

React

TypeScript

Git

APIs

Job description

Location: Cleveland (Onsite – 4 days in office)

Reports to: Manager, Software Engineering

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

At CHAMP, we are redefining the technology used by Motor Vehicle Agencies and their stakeholders. We do so with innovative, cloud-based software that enhances efficiency, security, and interoperability. Our solutions replace outdated processes with modern, scalable platforms, enabling organizations to operate with greater speed and accuracy in an increasingly digital world.

The Internship

At CHAMP, our mission is to give interns a hands-on, immersive, and collaborative experience where their work contributes to real business goals. From day one, you’ll take on a project connected to CHAMP’s current priorities, build practical skills alongside our team, and share your accomplishments at an intern showcase at the end of the 10-week program.

You’ll have a dedicated buddy and mentor to support you along the way, plus opportunities to connect face-to-face with executives and senior leaders. CHAMP also hosts lunch & learns twice a month that interns are invited to attend.

A midpoint evaluation will help you understand your strengths, identify opportunities for growth, and set priorities for the remainder of the program. A final evaluation will reflect on your contributions, progress, and continued development.

Building connections is part of the experience, too. Each summer program includes multiple social events, including a summer party and a Cleveland Guardians game. These gatherings give you time to get to know fellow interns and CHAMP employees beyond your day-to-day work, build friendships, and feel part of the CHAMP community.

Join a company recognized as #379 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, one of Forbes’ America’s Best Startup Employers for 2026, and a member of the 2026 Inc. Regionals Midwest list. We’re investing in our future and yours, with the goal of creating opportunities for interns to continue with CHAMP through an extended internship or a full‑time role.

Your Impact

As a Frontend Software Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside CHAMP’s Product Engineering team to build and improve the user-facing features of our software. You’ll help turn ideas and designs into functional, intuitive interfaces while gaining hands-on experience with frontend development, including React and TypeScript. Your work will contribute to modern web applications that help replace outdated government systems.

What You’ll Do

• Work on a defined frontend software engineering project with real business impact.
• Help develop, test, and improve user interfaces alongside experienced engineers.
• Translate product requirements and designs into functional web features.
• Learn and apply frontend technologies within CHAMP’s stack, including React and TypeScript.
• Help connect user interfaces to backend services and display information clearly.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to improve software quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, design, and QA teammates throughout your project.
• Document your work and communicate progress, questions, and challenges.
• Apply feedback and explore new approaches as you develop your technical skills.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field.
• Available to complete a 10-week internship of approximately 40 hours per week in Cleveland from early June through early August 2027.
• Academic or hands-on experience with at least one programming language.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an interest in building intuitive user experiences.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new technologies, ask questions, and incorporate feedback.
• Comfort working through ambiguity and researching unfamiliar concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to React, TypeScript, or a similar frontend technology.
• Experience building a website or web application through coursework, personal projects, internships, or hackathons.
• Familiarity with APIs, version-control tools such as Git, or software testing.
• Interest in frontend engineering, responsive design, accessibility, or user experience.

Our Values

Our values guide how we work and grow: Excellence Always, Better Together, No is a Stumbling Block on the Way to Yes, and Set the Standard. As an intern, you’ll put these values into practice by taking pride in the quality of your work, sharing ideas and learning from others, approaching challenges with curiosity and persistence, and finding ways to improve how we work. You’ll have the support of teammates who will help you learn, contribute, and build confidence along the way.

Hourly Rate

The expected hourly rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. This is a good‑faith estimate, and financial compensation may vary based on experience and skills.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re here to help.

By joining CHAMP, you will be an integral member of our team, with many opportunities for personal growth and upward mobility in a growing organization. We have a culture that is flexible, collaborative, and welcoming.