ABOUT THE NBPA: The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for current professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA’s mission is to protect and advance the rights of our players. They are the game.
The NBPA advocates on behalf of the best interests of all NBA players, including through the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements, the filing of grievances on behalf of the players, and counseling players on benefits and educational and post-NBA career opportunities.
Business opportunities are generated by THINK450, the group licensing and partnership engine of the NBPA. With more than 80 active partnerships, THINK450 is dedicated to uncovering shared interests between players and leading brands to build more engaging collaborations.
The NBPA Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members by supporting and assisting people, communities, and organizations worldwide. It spotlights and amplifies the global initiatives of professional basketball players, driving positive change through community building, charitable endeavors, and social entrepreneurship.
For more information, visit www.nbpa.com and follow @thenbpa on social.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Software Developer Intern will assist the Digital Product team with various tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience in a professional software development environment. This role offers the opportunity to learn industry best practices, contribute to ongoing projects and documentation, and a chance to develop skills around software development. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a passion for technology and a desire to grow in the fields of software development.
DURATION: June 8th – August 14th
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support Testing and Documentation: Assist in testing and documenting ongoing software applications, tools, and projects to ensure quality and maintain accurate project records.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members across departments, including NBPA and THINK450, to complete assigned tasks and contribute to joint initiatives.
- Policy and Security Compliance: Learn and strictly adhere to company policies, procedures, and security protocols to maintain compliance and protect sensitive information.
- Project Support: Assist in the deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of software applications as needed.
- Technical Research: Conduct research on emerging technologies, tools, or best practices to support the software development lifecycle.
- Knowledge Sharing: Document insights and learnings to help improve team processes and support knowledge transfer within the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Undergraduate (Junior/Senior) or Graduate student
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, and network basics.
- Basic understanding of software development concepts and methodologies
- Previous coursework or experience in software development or IT-related tasks.
