Technology IM R&D Off Cycle Co-Op

Job Title: Technology IM R&D Off Cycle Co-Op

Company: Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

About the Role

This is a hybrid role available in Raritan, New Jersey, lasting approximately 6 months (March 29, 2027 – August 20th, 2027). It offers a comprehensive learning and professional experience in the technology space. This program also serves as a feeder pool to the Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) for full-time employment upon degree completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain backend routes and simple controllers in JavaScript/Node.js.
• Add features and fix bugs for WebSocket and REST endpoints.
• Run and test containerized applications locally.
• Write and run unit tests for code.
• Participate in sprint ceremonies, report blockers, and collaborate with the team on tasks.
• Create or update basic documentation and small design notes.
• Learn to use AI to accelerate development output.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• JavaScript
• Node.js
• WebSocket
• REST
• Docker containers
• Git and basic source control workflows
• Jest, Mocha, or similar for unit testing
• AI assisted development and core AI concepts (Agents, Skills, etc.)

Qualifications

• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship (e.g., H-1B or green card) now or in the future. Students on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT may not meet requirements unless eligible for an alternative long-term status.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• By start date, must be considered an undergraduate sophomore or above.
• Working knowledge of JavaScript and basic familiarity with Node.js.
• Understanding of asynchronous programming (callbacks, promises, async/await).
• Basic error handling and debugging skills.
• Introductory experience or coursework in TypeScript.
• Familiar with Git and basic source control workflows (branching, commits, creating PRs).
• Some experience writing unit tests or coursework covering testing (Jest, Mocha, etc.).
• Able to run and inspect Docker containers locally and follow instructions to run apps in containerized environments.
• Willingness to learn container/CI concepts.
• Familiarity with AI assisted development and core AI concepts.

Preferred fields include Information Management, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering / Development, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Graphic Design or Mathematics.

Ability to work full time (40 hours a week) for the duration of the co-op.