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If you feel like this role could be right for you, just go for it and apply!\nYou are super passionate about technology.\nYou have a proactive attitude, are naturally curious, and are aware of the latest trends within our field.\nYou have a great portfolio or GitHub you share with your application.\nYou have a specific passion and relevant experience with backend frameworks.\nYou might already work as a part-time developer.\nHard Requirements\nYou are currently enrolled in a Dutch university for the entire duration of the internship\nAvailability of 4 days per week, preferably 5, from February 2027 for a duration of 5 months.\nYou speak technical English fluently - whether you’re writing, presenting, or just chatting with the team.\nWE OFFER\nDEPT® has been named aGreat Place To Work in 2023 - in the Netherlands and has been a CertifiedB Corp® since 2021 -award winning in the best way possible.\nAwesome clients. 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