Editor’s Note:

This summer, we welcomed a group of talented interns to the WellSky engineering team. Over the course of several months, they contributed to real projects, asked big questions, and became part of the fabric of our teams. Through our Inside the Internship series, we’re sharing the internship experience and highlighting what they built, what they learned, and what surprised them along the way.  

In this edition, we’re spotlighting Kevin Ford, whose summer at WellSky was spent turning data challenges into solutions. From translating SQL to merging his first code, Kevin embraced every opportunity to grow as a developer and teammate. Here’s his story.

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My internship at WellSky was an incredibly positive experience. I had the privilege of joining a great team, working on innovative solutions for the WellSky Enterprise Referral Management (ERM) platform, and building valuable networking connections along the way. Through my time here, I not only learned more about how WellSky serves clients and the community, but I also developed skills that will stay with me far beyond this summer.

Among the many skills I developed over the internship, learning how to responsibly leverage cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) tools was one of the most impactful. Using these technologies effectively helped me become a stronger developer and enabled me to deliver enhanced solutions for both WellSky and its clients.

From day one, my team created an environment where I could grow. They were always willing to answer my questions, walk me through how our solutions work, and guide me as I strengthened my software development skills. As my internship wraps up, what I will miss most are the people, especially my team and the colleagues who became friends at WellSky.

Of all the tasks I tackled, my favorite was translating SQL code into Google BigQuery. A fun moment I will always remember is merging my approved code changes into our main development branch for the first time. I was so encouraged knowing I contributed to my team and was a part of creating solutions for clients.

For anyone starting an internship at WellSky, my advice is simple: WellSky offers a great opportunity for you to learn, grow, and show your talents. Don't be nervous about reaching out to team members or your talent acquisition advisor if you have questions. They are happy to help you.

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