The CodeWizardsHQ High School Internship Program offers students a distinctive, hands-on coding experience that extends beyond the classroom. Designed for graduates of the high school track, this program immerses interns in real-world projects, where they collaborate, problem-solve, and build skills they can confidently showcase on college applications and personal portfolios. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, students tackle full-stack projects, gaining practical knowledge and teamwork experience that prepare them for future academic and career success.
Real-World Project: Wizard-Type
In the latest internship session, fourteen interns divided into three small teams and took on the challenge of creating Wizard-Type, an engaging typing practice tool designed to help younger students develop essential typing skills. The application allows users to select difficulty levels and practice durations, providing feedback and tracking progress to keep users motivated. Working together to bring Wizard-Type to life, interns applied their skills in Python, databases, and front-end design—moving beyond theoretical coding to tackle a real, impactful project.
Tyler Crocker, the CodeWizardsHQ internship mentor, guided the interns through the project, pushing them to think independently and solve problems. “The first step is taking off the training wheels and letting them know they’re working on something real. It’s about teaching them to trust their skills while pushing their limits,” he explained. Tyler’s mentorship helped interns shift from following structured lessons to thinking creatively and collaboratively, navigating the real-world challenges of software development.
Strengthening Teamwork, Leadership, and Problem-Solving Skills
This internship is more than just technical practice; it’s also a rich experience in teamwork and communication. As Tyler highlights, “Communication is key. When they realize that even the best code needs teamwork and feedback to make a project successful, they’re learning the kind of skills that will set them apart in college and careers.” Working in groups, each intern took on specific roles, from project management to front-end design, learning how to operate like a professional team. Some interns naturally stepped into leadership roles, guiding their teams through challenges, while others focused on technical solutions.
A Standout Addition to College Applications
Completing the CodeWizardsHQ Internship Program is a significant accomplishment. Students leave with an impressive portfolio featuring real-world projects like Wizard-Type, showcasing their ability to complete a three-month team-based project.
For students serious about coding, the CodeWizardsHQ Internship Program is more than a learning opportunity; it’s a transformative experience. By the end of the program, interns don’t just know how to code—they know how to build, collaborate, and lead. This journey from the classroom to the real world is what makes the CodeWizardsHQ Internship an invaluable step for aspiring programmers.
Introducing Our Interns
CodeWizardsHQ is incredibly proud of our interns for their hard work, creativity, and dedication throughout the program. Each intern brought unique skills and perspectives, making this cohort an inspiring example of collaboration and innovation. We are excited to introduce each of our interns, showcasing their skills, accomplishments, and dedication to the program.
Adam L.
Adam excels in Python and enjoys 3D game development. At CodeWizardsHQ, he thrived in collaborative, real-world coding experiences. Outside of coding, he builds FPV quadcopters, maintains ant colonies, and enjoys golf. Adam is exploring a career in cybersecurity or law.
Andrew G.
Andrew combines coding and creativity. He served as a VEX Robotics Team Lead and achieved USACO Gold. He is a Chinese Youth Camp counselor and AP Scholar with Distinction. The internship’s hands-on experience resonated with him, preparing him for a future as a software developer.
Audrey B.
Audrey brings creativity to her coding projects, from her active roles in Web Design and Python Programming Clubs to her collaborative work in the CodeWizardsHQ internship. With a strong interest in AI and web design, Audrey plans to major in computer science in college.
Benjamin F.
Benjamin, a student and robotics technician, brings his skills in software development and robotics to life, especially through collaborative work. At CodeWizardsHQ, he valued teamwork and growth, pushing him toward a future in engineering, with interests in nuclear, electrical, and robotics fields.
Colin M.
Colin gained teamwork experience through his internship complementing his role as captain and software lead for his robotics team. He manages several websites and plans to study software development or computer engineering. He has additional interests in Taekwondo and robotics.
Gabriel D.
Gabriel is a recent high school graduate with experience in honors coursework and a completed Senior Service Project. Gabriel appreciated the trust and responsibility placed on him during his internship. He plans a future in the ministry. Outside of coding, Gabriel participates in fitness activities and plays guitar.
James H.
James enjoyed the team spirit at CodeWizardsHQ, collaborating on projects and tackling coding challenges. As a webmaster for the National Society Children of the American Revolution, he balances coding with sports and community service, aiming to make an impact through tech.
Lauren C.
Lauren loves designing websites and using CSS to bring ideas to life. She recounts that her internship taught her the importance of collaboration. She’s also an avid reader and artist. She hopes to join her school’s Academic Decathlon team and pursue a career in web design.
Niket S.
Niket ranks in the top 5% of his class. He enjoyed the internship’s realistic tech environment, where he felt like part of a professional team. Passionate about quantum computing and AI, Niket aspires to merge these fields, having attended renowned programs like UT Austin’s ML camp and Stanford’s pre-collegiate program.
Rena J.
Rena is an enthusiastic coder participating in the TeenTechSF Hackathon and in her school’s Girls Who Code Cub. During her internship, she enjoyed building a complex website collaboratively and learning team dynamics with tools like GitHub. She aspires to study computer science and engineering to create meaningful technology in the future.
Rucha D.
Rucha enjoys the creative aspects of coding, especially in web design with HTML and CSS. She states that her internship taught her the value of teamwork. Outside of tech, she enjoys tennis, guitar, and cooking. She is considering a future in computer science.
Soojin A.
Soojin, a Python enthusiast, found the internship rewarding, saying that it enhanced her coding and teamwork skills. Her current project, a book recommendation website, reflects her creativity. She aspires to be a data scientist. Soojin is a recipient of the Golden Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
Sophia L.
Sophia excels academically and on the golf course. She was a recent finalist in a junior invitational. At CodeWizardsHQ, she learned collaboration using GitHub and VSCode. She enjoys coding, golfing, and gaming and looks forward to exploring software development further.
Zachary G.
Zachary is passionate about web development and excels at JavaScript. He enjoyed working together with his peers during his internship. Zachary participates in AP Computer Science and Coding Cub at school. He’s set on studying computer science at the University of Florida and pursuing a career in IT.
