Software Developer Student Intern, Infectious Diseases Research

Position: Student Intern, Infectious Diseases Research  

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid

Start Date: 5/4/2026

Duration: 8 weeks

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Syndemics Lab at Boston Medical Center is seeking a software developer intern for Summer 2026. This intern would be responsible for working with lab software engineers to develop impactful, open-source code for simulation models developed by the lab. This is part of a lab research project intended to result in publications, harm reduction policy impact, and advanced research techniques for epidemiologists across the country.  

The ideal applicants will have an interest in developing data management strategies, be comfortable asking questions with unknown answers, and feel comfortable writing code in Python. Experience with the Python language, C/C++, or SQL would be a plus. An understanding of cloud technologies is a plus but not required.

Able to work during the hours of 8am – 5pm EDT on a hybrid schedule. Student Intern will learn how software engineering is integrated into a research setting and present their findings and accomplishments for the lab at the end of the internship.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Intern will be working directly with Lab Software Engineers in all aspects of their job. Examples of potential projects include (but are not limited to): 

• Developing C++ Unit Tests through the GTest Framework
• Addressing Critical Bugs and feature requests in the code base
• Development of SQL scripts for common DB interactions
• Refactoring of single use scripts into standard open-source style projects
• Ensuring good code management/documentation/testing across lab 
• All intern projects will make use of git, auto-documentation tools, CI/CD, and unit testing. 
• Write documentation for both developers and users
• Adhere to agile methodology

JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Student enrolled in an undergraduate degree program, preferably beyond a second semester sophomore pursuing their degree in CS, IT, CE, or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs):

• Must have the ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize duties
• Ability to work independently
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Must have an interest in performing new and varied work assignments, and be flexible with regard to work assignments
• Must have an introductory level understanding of C/C++ and/or Python
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office is required
• Experience with Git and GitHub is preferred
• Basic knowledge of TypeScript, Python, HTML, CSS/SCSS is preferred
• Exposure to SQL/Relational Database Management (RDBMS)
• Exposure to cloud computing/AWS

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

COMPENSATION RANGE: $15 - $20/hr

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject t