Software Developer Intern

Who we are:

Downhole Chemical Solutions (DCS) is a fast-paced, employee-owned oil and gas chemical company specializing in chemical optimization through data-driven decision making. Founded in 2015, DCS focuses on being the best at a targeted set of solutions, supported by a strong culture of innovation in technology, operations, and engineering.

Why are we hiring?

DCS is seeking a Software Development Intern to work in their Lafayette, LA office. This is a hands-on role supporting DCS’s custom web application suite and data-driven technology roadmap. The intern will work alongside the development team, gaining real-world experience in full-stack development within a fast-moving, production environment. Strong performance during the summer may open the door to continued part-time engagement during the school year. 

Location and Schedule

· In-person

· Lafayette, LA 

· 8 AM-5 PM Monday-Friday

· Employee will work in DCS’s engineering department, and report to the Engineering Manager – Data & IT 

Benefits

• This is an hourly, non-exempt position

• Not eligible for benefits, 401K, or ESOP enrollment

Primary job responsibilities & expectations

• Support development, maintenance, and optimization of UI for DCS’s custom web applications

• Assist with troubleshooting bugs and application errors under the direction of experienced developers

• Write clean, readable code that adheres to team coding standards and best practices

• Collaborate with team members, product stakeholders, and end users to deliver quality software

• Maintain and update technical documentation as needed

• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related degree program

• Current or rising Senior preferred; strong Junior candidates will be considered

• Self-motivated with the ability to take direction, work within a team, and manage assigned tasks

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly

Desired Skills

· Foundational knowledge of front-end development — HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern web framework

· Familiarity with SQL or relational databases (hands-on experience a plus)

· Exposure to API concepts or basic back-end development

· Creative mindset, innovative tendencies, and self-motivated work ethic 

  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug and support existing applications