Front End Developer Intern (Data Visualization Focus) - Remote

Established in 1983, WilkinGuttenplan is a leading mid-sized accounting and advisory firm in New Jersey and New York City. The Firm serves a multitude of industries, including closely held and middle-market businesses and their owners, high-net worth individuals, real estate, healthcare, international commerce, sports and entertainment, professional practices, technology, non-profit, condominiums and cooperatives, and many more. Areas of expertise include tax, auditing, compilations, reviews, financial statement preparation, business valuations and trust & estate solutions. WilkinGuttenplan is an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA. At WilkinGuttenplan, we strive to ensure we foster an inclusive and flexible environment for all our employees while also assisting them in achieving their unique career goals through our coaching program.

WilkinGuttenplan is seeking a motivated and proactive Full-Stack Developer Intern to join our team, focusing on building interactive dashboards using D3.js and React, with data sourced from GraphQL APIs. This internship offers hands-on experience in data visualization, front-end development, and analytics, while providing exposure to cutting-edge AI tools, mentorship from experienced developers, and the opportunity to build a strong portfolio of impactful dashboard projects. You'll work in a collaborative, innovative environment with flexible work arrangements (virtual or hybrid, depending on location) and the chance to contribute to real-world projects that make an impact.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using D3.js and React to deliver engaging, data-driven visualizations.
• Retrieve and integrate data from GraphQL APIs to populate dashboards and ensure seamless data flow.
• Support the development of data analytics workflows, including cleaning, manipulation, and transformation of datasets to ensure quality and usability.
• Apply analytical tools and methodologies to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine data acquisition, storage, and governance practices.
• Utilize AI tools (e.g., code assistants, data analysis tools) to accelerate development and optimize workflows.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code while troubleshooting and debugging issues as needed.
• Contribute ideas in team meetings and actively support various ad hoc projects.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in data analytics and visualization.

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript and SQL, with familiarity in data visualization libraries (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn).
• Strong skills in D3.js and React for building interactive visualizations and user interfaces.
• Experience working with GraphQL APIs to retrieve and manipulate data.
• Ability to leverage AI tools for coding efficiency, debugging, and project optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute tasks independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or practical experience in data analytics or software development.
• Familiarity with dashboard frameworks and exploratory data analysis.
• Understanding of basic statistical principles.
• Experience with Git, containerization tools (e.g., Docker), or CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to other front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) or BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Knowledge of GraphQL development (schema design, resolver implementation).

Why us?

• We offer a unique culture that emphasizes and values work/life balance including remote work flexibility!
• Our collaborative work environment is strongly committed to your professional growth and success
• Our comprehensive Buddy Program is tailored to help you seamlessly integrate into the public accounting realm, providing invaluable guidance and serving as your go-to resource throughout your journey.
• We have a track record of ranking in the Best Place to Work NJ for the past twenty years and have won several other awards including #1 in Vault’s Top 3 Internships, Best Firms for Young Accountants, Best Accounting Firms To Work For, and many more!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

We believe in equal opportunity:

Wilkin & Guttenplan P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.