Software Development Intern

Why join Altanova?

• We are an interdisciplinary and diverse team of super collaborators working hard to innovate at the forefront of our field on a variety of projects across the globe.

• This role is the opportunity to engage in a leadership position with opportunities to grow within the company.

• We care deeply about sustainability and creating a positive impact is part of our core mission.

• We offer generous benefits, ranging from profit-sharing to 5 weeks of vacation so we can all focus on the mission.

Please visit our website at www.altanova.io (http://www.altanova.io/) for additional firm information.

What is this all about?

Altanova is a consulting and engineering firm specializing in sustainability and innovation. Based in New York and Paris, with a global perspective, we combine strategic and technological analysis to further the sustainable performance of clients' assets, operations and reputation. Our work includes risk and materiality analysis, enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction, development and support in implementing decarbonization strategies across the value chain, optimizing energy use and transitioning to low-carbon energy through our strong foundation in industrial, building, and product sustainability. Our clients are a mix of real estate, corporate clients and investors.

We are seeking a Software Development Intern to join our engineering team and support the development of full-stack web applications. You will work collaboratively to contribute to backend services, frontend interfaces, testing, deployment pipelines, and cloud-based application hosting.

Our tech stack includes PostgreSQL, Django REST Framework, Svelte/SvelteKit, Git/GitHub, Azure, and GitHub Actions. This internship emphasizes learning and applying solid engineering practices such as test-driven development (TDD) and domain-driven design.

Expected Activities:

• Assist in developing and maintaining RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework.

• Support frontend development with Svelte/Sveltekit.

• Write, review, and maintain clean, testable code following TDD practices.

• Help design and refine domain models to support application features.

• Collaborate with the development team using Git/Github for version control and workflow.

• Contribute to database administration and schema design in PostgreSQL.

• Participate in setting up, maintaining, and monitoring applications deployed on Azure.

• Assist with writing and maintaining automated tests and CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.

Desired Profile:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.

• Basic understanding of one or more programming languages (Python, JavaScript, etc.)

• Familiarity with web development concepts, such as HTTP, APIs, and client–server architecture.

• Willingness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and engineering best practices.

• Solid problem-solving skills and curiosity about how systems work end-to-end.

• Passion for issues related to sustainable development and energy, desire to support companies in their contribution and transition to a low-carbon world

• English spoken at least at a professional level. Another language spoken at a professional level can be an advantage

• Effective communication skills, including popularization of technical topics

• Authorized to work in the U.S.

This is a full-time internship based in the NYC area (hybrid in-person in Long Island City and remote). Position available immediately. Please attach a cover letter if you wish to apply for this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Internship duration: 4 to 6 months

Equal Opportunities

Altanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.