Intern, Technical Product Integrations

Job Title:  Technical Product Integrations Intern 

Location: Cleveland (Onsite – 4 days in office) 

Department: Product

Reports to: Director, Product

Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for sponsorship

Relocation: This role is not eligible for relocation

At CHAMP, we are redefining the technology used by Motor Vehicle Agencies and their stakeholders. We do so with innovative, cloud-based software that enhances efficiency, security, and interoperability. Our solutions replace outdated processes with modern, scalable platforms, enabling organizations to operate with greater speed and accuracy in an increasingly digital world. 

The Internship

At CHAMP, our mission is to give interns a hands-on, immersive, and collaborative experience where their work contributes to real business goals. From day one, you’ll take on a project connected to CHAMP’s current priorities, build practical skills alongside our team, and share your accomplishments at an intern showcase at the end of the 10-week program. 

You’ll have a dedicated buddy and mentor to support you along the way, plus opportunities to connect face-to-face with executives and senior leaders. CHAMP also hosts lunch & learns twice a month that interns are invited to attend. 

A midpoint evaluation will help you understand your strengths, identify opportunities for growth, and set priorities for the remainder of the program. A final evaluation will reflect on your contributions, progress, and continued development.

Building connections is part of the experience, too. Each summer program includes multiple social events, including a summer party and a Cleveland Guardians game. These gatherings give you time to get to know fellow interns and CHAMP employees beyond your day-to-day work, build friendships, and feel part of the CHAMP community. 

Join a company recognized as #379 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, one of Forbes’ America’s Best Startup Employers for 2026, and a member of the 2026 Inc. Regionals Midwest list. We’re investing in our future and yours, with the goal of creating opportunities for interns to continue with CHAMP through an extended internship of full-time role. 

Your Impact 

How do different software systems exchange information, and what makes those connections work well? As a Technical Product Integrations Intern, you’ll help CHAMP answer those questions by exploring APIs, documenting integration requirements, and supporting testing.

Working alongside product and engineering teams, you’ll translate technical information into clear, actionable tickets. This is an opportunity to build experience at the intersection of software, product development, and technical problem-solving. 

What You’ll Do  

• Read API documentation to understand available endpoints, required data, authentication methods, and limitations.
• Help document how information moves between CHAMP’s products and external systems, including mapping data fields and identifying dependencies. 
• Write clear development tickets with requirements, acceptance criteria, and edge cases.
• Support API testing and troubleshooting, documenting expected behavior, actual results, and steps to reproduce issues. 
• Consider scenarios such as missing or invalid data, authentication failures, duplicate requests, and unexpected responses.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teammates to clarify questions, surface gaps, and refine requirements.
• Create and maintain documentation that helps others understand how integrations work. 

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
• Available to complete a 10-week of approximately 40 hours per week in Cleveland from early June through early August 2027.
• A foundational understanding of REST APIs, JSON, and authentication concepts such as API keys and OAuth.
• The ability to read technical documentation and explain what you’ve learned in clear, organized writing. 
• A thoughtful approach to breaking down problems and considering what could happen beyond the expected scenario.
• Curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to ask questions.
• Comfort working through ambiguity, researching unfamiliar concepts, and incorporating feedback.
• Coursework or project experience in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a related technical area.

Our Values

Our values guide how we work and grow: Excellence Always, Better Together, No is a Stumbling Block on the Way to Yes, and Set the Standard. As an intern, you’ll put these values into practice by taking pride in the quality of your work, sharing ideas and learning from others, approaching challenges with curiosity and persistence, and finding ways to improve how we work. You’ll have the support of teammates who will help you learn, contribute, and build confidence along the way. 

Hourly Rate

The expected hourly rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. This is a good-faith estimate, and financial compensation may vary based on experience and skills.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re here to help. 

By joining CHAMP, you will be an integral member of our team, with many opportunities for personal growth and upward mobility in a growing organization. We have a culture that is flexible, collaborative, and welcoming.