Python Software Engineering Intern

Python Software Engineering Intern – PSA Platform Build (Part-Time, 2.5 Months)

About the Opportunity

Cortado Group is building a Professional Services Automation (PSA) platform — a modern, AI-assisted web application that integrates timekeeping, forecasting, expenses, and resource allocation to help consultants manage projects efficiently.

We’re looking for a part-time Python Software Engineering Intern to help build and test backend systems for this platform over the next 2.5 months. You’ll design APIs, improve data models, and work hands-on with automation tools and applied AI to deliver production-quality features.

You’ll work directly with our Director of IT & Innovation using a stack that blends Python (FastAPI), PostgreSQL, and n8n integrations, plus extensive use of OpenAI Codex — giving you real-world experience in AI-accelerated coding and workflow automation.

What You’ll Build and Learn

You’ll contribute directly to modules that power the PSA system, including:

🕒 Timekeeping & Audit APIs – build and test REST endpoints that log hours, validate entries, and maintain an audit trail
📊 Forecasting Engine – connect project allocations and time actuals to generate weekly utilization and capacity metrics
💰 Expense Module – implement secure receipt handling, file storage, and export-ready finance reports
📈 Reporting Framework – design and test dashboards that visualize key portfolio metrics in real time
🔄 Governance Automation – develop approval workflows and audit triggers that enforce system integrity

You’ll also help refine our PostgreSQL schema, document APIs, and experiment with AI-assisted code generation for rapid prototyping.

Tech Stack and Tools

Languages: Python, SQL, JavaScript

Frameworks: FastAPI, n8n workflow automation

Database: PostgreSQL

AI Tools: OpenAI Codex for code generation and debugging

Version Control: Git / GitHub

Skills You’ll Develop

Backend development (API design, CRUD, data integrity)

SQL schema design and performance optimization

Systems integration and workflow orchestration

Applied AI development using OpenAI Codex

Software documentation and collaborative version control

Who You Are

Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Systems

Comfortable coding in Python and familiar with SQL or REST APIs

Interested in data systems, automation, and AI-assisted development

Curious, detail-oriented, and able to work independently within a fast-paced innovation team

Compensation and Logistics

Pay: Minimum wage (1099 contractor)

Schedule: ~20 hours per week (flexible)

Duration: ~2.5 months

Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)

Benefits:

Mentorship from senior innovation leaders

Real-world experience applying AI-assisted coding tools

Professional reference upon completion and portfolio-ready deliverables

Application Process

Submit your resume, cover letter, and a short note (2–3 sentences) explaining why this project interests you and some exercises in communication style.

Final selections will be made within one week of interviews.

About Cortado Group

Cortado Group partners with private-equity-backed growth companies to accelerate performance through AI, process design, and operational excellence. Our Innovation Lab builds tools and workflows that help consultants work smarter — blending business operations with next-generation technology.