• Back-End Developer Intern

    Wawa, Inc. (IA)


    _*This internship begins on May 18th, 2026 and runs until August 6th, 2026. This role is a full time commitment (37.5 hour work week_** **)*

     

    **Salary:** $25.00/hour

    Job Description

    **Job Title:** Back-End Developer Intern

    **Location:** Various

    **Department:** IT

    **Job Summary** **:** The Back-End Developer Intern will work within the application engineering team on different things including build pipelines, application tooling, reference applications and where possible product development of digital platforms and ecosystems.

    Principal Duties:

    + Enhance application pipelines to improve performance and functionality.

    + Patch existing software and infrastructure to ensure no security vulnerabilities exist.

    + Develop and enhance Java, Golang, Kubernetes and Docker components.

    + Update documentation on SDLC processes and ensure the documentation for how to perform operations within the Wawa development teams is up to date and accurate.

    + Work with many tools that could include scripting on Linux in order to achieve and further automation capabilities.

    + Build performance tests using pre-defined frameworks (K6) for testing existing platforms.

    + Work with databases including Postgres and MongoDB.

    Essential Functions:

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

    + Positive attitude with a focus on Customer Service

    + Detail-oriented with strong organization and time management skills

    + Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment

    + Strong aptitude and ability to work with different programming languages and systems

    + Strong desire to learn new systems quickly

    + Ability to organize thoughts into action plans

    Basic Qualifications:

    + Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration or major in Computer Science is preferred

    + Knowledge of Java or other similar programming languages (Java/Golang Preferred)

    + Knowledge of cloud platforms, especially Kubernetes/Docker, AWS preferred

     

    Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at [email protected] .

     

    Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.