Java Developer Intern

Internship details

This is a hands-on coding internship. Most of the work is in Python and Node.js, with some SQL and a bit of shell scripting. Your day-to-day work will include:

1. Pair with other engineers over screen share to work through tricky problems.

2. Query and update data in PostgreSQL or MySQL, including simple migrations

3. Fix bugs from the Jira backlog, starting with small, well-defined tickets

4. Update the README and internal Confluence pages when you change how something works.

5. Join the daily 15-minute standup on Google Meet and post a short written update in Slack

6. Write and test backend features in Python or Node.js under the guidance of a senior developer

7. Profile slow endpoints and suggest fixes, such as adding an index or caching a result.

Skill(s) required: REST API, Node.js, Linux, English Proficiency (Written), Python

Eligibility

1. Undergraduates or recent graduates in IT, computer science, management or a related field

2. Based in Sri Lanka

3. Own laptop and a reliable internet connection

4. Available for the full internship period

Stipend: LKR 60,000 - LKR 70,000 pcm + incentives

Duration: 3 months | Start date: Jan 2027

Perks: Free access to paid learning courses, Certificate, Informal dress code, Flexible work hours

Number of openings: 6

About the company

We partner with universities to run online degree programs, from course production to enrolment support. Enterprise clients integrate the platform with Workday, SAP SuccessFactors and Microsoft Teams. Most of the team are former teachers.

Duration: 3 months. Start: Jan 2027.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Galle Academy.