2027 DHS Internship (Spring) | Full Stack Engineer

OFFICE OF ANALYTICS AND TECHNOLOGY

Full Stack Engineering Intern

Build technology that supports public services. You’ll contribute to real web applications using React and Django while learning how a government technology team develops, tests and maintains mission-driven products.

About Allegheny County DHS

Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) connects people in need with services that help. Each year, DHS and its network of 300+ community-based organizations serve more than 200,000 residents across Allegheny County. Interns contribute to real public-sector work while learning alongside professionals working in human services, data, technology, policy, communications and program operations.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and enhance features for React-based frontend applications.
• Build and improve backend services using Django.
• Write clear, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.
• Create technical documentation in Confluence and track work in Jira.
• Assist with testing, debugging and troubleshooting application issues.

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world full stack development experience in a public-sector environment.
• Exposure to the complete software development lifecycle and collaborative engineering practices.
• Experience contributing to technology used to support government and human-services work.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related program.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, REST APIs and core web-development concepts.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Helpful, but not required: JavaScript/React, Python/Django, SQL, Azure, Git or Agile experience.