Description:
About us:

Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America's leading retailers.

Event Description:

Target is hosting an intensive 3-day virtual symposium for 100 rising Juniors. The symposium will focus on diversity and inclusion, development, the retail industry, and internship opportunities at Target.

Location and Dates:

Format: Virtual

Application Deadline: June 2

Symposium Event Dates: August 9-11, 2023

Symposium Opportunities:

• Learn about Target and career opportunities within stores
• Hear from our Business Council members and learn about the value of diversity in retail
• Attend developmental workshops, panels, and networking sessions with Target Leadership
• Engage in job shadowing with Team Members in stores
• Participate in a case-study
• Event attendees are guaranteed an interview for a Summer 2024 Internship

Application and Eligibility Requirements:

• Sophomore or rising Junior in class standing preferred (graduating between December 2024 and August 2025)
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Computer Science/Networking/Computer Engineering program (or related technical discipline)

About you:

• Problem solver who likes to build things, tackle complex technical challenges
• Demonstrates proficiency in at least one programming language
• Demonstrates and continuously builds upon domain-specific knowledge
• Like collaborating with a team and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills

Please attach an updated resume. If selected to move forward, you will complete a phone interview with a Recruiter.

More about the Software Engineering Internship!

As a potential Summer 2024 Software Engineering Intern, you will:

• Use your technology acumen to provide input and assist with evaluation of new technologies and contribute to the design, lifecycle management, and total cost of ownership of services.
• Contribute to research and proof-of-concept initiatives for new technologies and assist with code and design review; as well as write, organize and maintain code based on designs.
• With guidance, deliver high-performance, scalable, repeatable, and secure deliverables.
• Participate in structured construction, automation, debugging, and implementation activities, ensuring architectural and operational requirements and best practices are met.
• Resolve frequently encountered technical issues and monitor systems capacity with minimal assistance. Search and understand metadata about various data sources and metrics.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Target will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or Distribution Center or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.

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