Job Description

Job Title: Development Intern 

Location: Various

Department: IT

Job Summary:   The IT Engineering 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 withing 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 skillsStrong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsPositive attitude with a focus on Customer ServiceDetail oriented with strong organization and time management skillsAbility to work independently as well as within a team environmentStrong aptitude and ability to work with different programming languages and systemsStrong desire to learn new systems quicklyAbility to organize thoughts into action plans

Basic Qualifications:

Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration or major in Computer Science preferredKnowledge of Java or other similar programming languages (Java/Golang Preferred)Knowledge of cloud platforms especially Kubernetes/Docker, AWS preferredMinimum GPA of 3.0 or HigherCandidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university for the Spring 2025 semester – Fall 2026 semesterCandidate must be available from May 19, 2025 – August 7, 2025Wawa currently observes a 4-day in office schedule Monday - Thursday with an opportunity to work remote on Friday.

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 asc@wawa.com or 1-800-444-9292.

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.