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Intern - API

CompanyDKSH
LocationKuala Lumpur
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the end-to-end process of API enablement, governance, and development under mentorship. Responsibilities include maintaining API resources, creating documentation, and assisting in testing and monitoring API performance.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
12572
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
About DKSH DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For over 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 35 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over 26,800 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2025. Why it's great to work with us At DKSH, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond the ordinary: enriching people's lives. Through the products and services we provide, DKSH positively impacts millions of lives everyday. Join our team where entrepreneurship meets flexible work arrangements. Take the leap and start a journey where you can grow and make a difference! Learn more about working at DKSH: https://bit.ly/dksh-careers View jobs now: https://bit.ly/dksh-jobs *We do not send job offers from free email services (Gmail, Yahoo mail, Hotmail, etc.), request money from candidates, or require personal documents like bank account details, tax forms, or credit card information from candidates before they are hired: https://bit.ly/dksh-recruitment-disclaimer.
About the Role

Job summary    
The intern will support and learn the end-to-end process of API enablement, governance, and development under close mentorship. They will assist in building and maintaining API-related resources such as the API Catalog Learning Hub, OneNote Knowledge Base, and small automation or debugging tasks. The role provides exposure to cross-team collaboration, scalable system design, and best practices in API development. The intern will also practice reflection, task ownership, and professional communication, gaining a foundation in both technical skills and leadership mindset.

 

General responsibilities  

  •  Assist in building and maintaining APIs and API-related resources for internal company use.
  • Support the creation and upkeep of documentation, learning articles, and knowledge bases to ensure clarity and accessibility for API consumers.
  • Participate in research and exploration of APIs and integration solutions under guidance.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders such as business users and technical teams to gather requirements and understand processes.
  • Support testing of APIs, including functional checks and basic debugging, to ensure smooth operation.
  • Observe and assist in monitoring API status, usage patterns, and basic metrics to understand system impact and scalability.
  • Adhere to IT policies, quality standards, and team practices, while learning about best practices in API development, governance, and collaboration.
  • Practice reflection, ownership, and professional communication, including maintaining task logs and sharing progress updates.

 

Job Requirements
Functional skills and knowledge     

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
  • Basic understanding of software development concepts and system integration fundamentals.
  • Awareness of APIs and how systems communicate with each other (academic or self-learning exposure).
  • Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language (e.g. Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar).
  • Basic knowledge of data concepts such as data structures, formats (e.g. JSON, XML), and databases.
  • Understanding of SDLC concepts and exposure to Agile ways of working through coursework or projects.
  • Comfortable working with documentation, technical diagrams, and learning new tools and platforms.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong willingness to learn enterprise systems, integration platforms, and API technologies.

 

Education
Bachelor's degree in Computing/Information Technology or equivalent

Key Skills
API DevelopmentAPI GovernanceJavaJavaScriptPythonJSONXMLSDLCAgileSystem IntegrationTechnical DocumentationDebugging
Categories
SoftwareTechnologyData & AnalyticsEngineering