Operations & Technology Intern

About the Role

MakeOurHome is an early-stage technology company building a mobile platform in the home space. This is a unique hybrid role combining executive support, startup operations and hands-on technology/product work. The position will begin as a 90-day contract-to-hire role, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and company needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Product & Technology Support

• Support the development, testing and maintenance of MakeOurHome's mobile application.

• Assist with mobile application features, enhancements and bug fixes.

• Participate in application testing, debugging and quality assurance.

• Assist with API integrations and backend services.

• Work with AWS cloud services and cloud-based development environments.

• Use Git and GitHub for version control and team collaboration.

• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

• Document technical work, issues and solutions.

• Help coordinate priorities and communication between technical team members, contractors and leadership.

• Assist with product releases, feature tracking and technical project management.

• Startup Operations

• Help establish and maintain internal processes as the company grows.

• Coordinate across product, technology, operations and outside partners.

• Help manage projects and ensure tasks are completed on schedule.

• Assist with various company initiatives and operational needs.

• Help with light office management for our small Jersey City office.

• Coordinate supplies, deliveries, building management and service providers as needed.

• Identify problems, research solutions and take initiative to get things done.

• Administrative Support

• Manage the executive team’s calendar, meetings, scheduling and day-to-day priorities.

• Handle correspondence, follow-ups and general administrative tasks.

• Coordinate with team members, vendors, contractors and outside partners.

• Track projects, deadlines, action items and deliverables.

• Organize company documents, agreements, files and records.

• Prepare documents, spreadsheets, presentations and meeting materials.

• Assist with hiring, onboarding and HR-related administrative tasks.

• Conduct research on vendors, tools, services and other business needs.

• Follow up with internal and external stakeholders to keep projects moving.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Coursework, projects or experience involving mobile application development.
• Familiarity with technologies such as React Native, Flutter, Swift, Kotlin, Android or iOS.
• Knowledge of one or more programming languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Python or C++.
• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud technologies.
• Basic understanding of REST APIs, databases and Git/GitHub.
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, including Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets and Drive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a similar field.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Resourceful, proactive and comfortable figuring things out independently.
• Comfortable working directly with a Founder/CEO.
• Comfortable switching between technical, administrative and operational responsibilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and with discretion.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment.