Ecommerce Coding Intern

About the role

Internships usually begin at the end of May and go through early September. This role combines technical development skills with ecommerce operations and data automation to support online business growth. It blends coding, data analysis, and marketing to improve website performance, customer experience, create actionable data reports, and drive sales.

An intern can expect to virtually and/or in-person meet with associates, vendors, and customers to explore future career opportunities. If the intern chooses to take the internship for credit, Mueller Sports Medicine is willing to accommodate any recordkeeping or evaluation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Website & Platform Development (30%)
  • Write and maintain clean, efficient code for ecommerce platforms (e.g., Hybris, Shopify, WordPress) to improve functionality, speed, and user experience.
  • Implement SEO-friendly code and optimize product listings for better visibility.
  • Assist in updating and managing product content, images, and descriptions across ecommerce channels.
  • Manage content updates via CMS tools, ensuring accuracy and brand consistency.
• Programming / Coding for web scraping, Data & Analytics automation (50%)
  • Develop programs for Amazon price trackers and competitor monitoring systems.
  • Review scraping dashboards.
  • Create automated Excel reports and PowerPoint generation.
  • Integrate SharePoint solutions.
  • Build AI-powered research assistants.
• Research (10%)
  • Find tools that can help create world-class AEO, SEO, and data analysis to make faster business decisions.
• Other duties (10%)
  • Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

This position description is subject to change without notice.

Requirements

• Completed two years of post-high school education and enrolled for the fall semester at a technical college or four-year university.
• Pursuing a BA/BS in information technology (specific to coding – Python preferred), marketing, communications, or related studies.
• Grade point average sufficient to be considered in good academic standing.
• Ability to understand and comply with Mueller Safety Systems and current regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous work experience or internships in the field or a related field of the internship.
  • Previous experience using Python for automation.

Skills

• Team player with a positive attitude, collaborative, and eager to learn.
• Excellent time management skills and works well with deadlines.
• Makes sound decisions based on analysis, discussion, experience, and judgment.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft products, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Programming in Python and JavaScript is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Responsible for appropriately protecting the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the organization’s systems and data as well as client data.

Physical Requirements

• Ordinary ambulatory skills; ability to stand or sit, bend or stoop, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light weights of up to 20 pounds.
• Good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate office equipment, and read.
• Frequently required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
• Frequent typing required.
• Limited business travel, including operation of a motor vehicle.