Spencer's And Spirit Halloween

Retail Development Internship

5 days ago

Pay$20.00 / hour
LocationEgg Harbor/New Jersey
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 3737

      Overview

      Are you interested in gaining meaningful work experience at one of the nation’s leading specialty retailers? As a Spencer's & Spirit Halloween IT Intern you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skill set, explore your talents, and network with our company leaders. Our internship program offers a challenging, hands-on experience in a rewarding, supportive environment. Our goal is to prepare you to jump into a career post-graduation.

      Former interns often describe our internship program as the most fun they’ve ever had – at a company where our mission is “Life’s a Party. We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!” what else could you expect? With a small group of interns there is a close relationship between supervisors, mentors, and interns, which fosters an environment of companionship and learning.

      Some highlights of our program include:

      • Paid, full-time internship
      • Workshops with our Corporate Executives including the CIO
      • 30% discount at Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween Stores

      Responsibilities

      As an IT Retail Development Intern, you will contribute to the development of a web-based store opening simulation tool and the modernization of a legacy bank deposit application, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and deliver high-quality software solutions.

      • Develop a web-based application to simulate the store opening process (SOLVE), supporting internal training and planning efforts

      • Re-engineer an existing bank deposit application by migrating it to a modern technology stack, improving performance, maintainability, and user experience

      • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and implement features

      • Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverables

      Qualifications

      • Available to work 30 hours per week while being on-site a minimum of 2 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday)
      • Completion of junior year preferred and must be enrolled in college for the upcoming semester; graduate students are also encouraged to apply
      • Commutable distance to our home office in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
      • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

      • Familiarity with web development technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks)

      • Basic understanding of backend development and application architecture

      • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

      • Effective communication and collaboration skills

      The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

      Pay Range

      $20.00 per hour
  • About the company

      Spencer Gifts LLC, doing business as Spencer's, is a North American mall retailer with over 600 stores in the United States and Canada.

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