One-Day Internship™ in Software Engineering – CitiXP
Build. Compete. Launch your career with CitiXP.
Welcome to Free
One-Day Internship ™
for Software Engineers
About this Event
The Software Engineers Hackathon is a one-day, high-energy challenge hosted by CitiXP, a platform helping people discover, share, and explore experiences in their city.
This hackathon is designed for university students and aspiring engineers looking to showcase their technical skills and land a real-world internship opportunity.
Purpose:
- Gain practical experience working with modern technologies and real-world systems used in today’s tech industry.
- Simulate real-world engineering tasks interns will encounter.
- Provide a pathway to immediate internship opportunities.
Why it matters:
The event is not just about competing — the winning participants will be offered an internship on the spot, starting the following week in October.
Disclaimer:
Tutor10x runs these events following Fair Work Australia’s guidelines for work trials. All internship or job offers, paid or unpaid, are exclusively between the sponsoring company and the candidate.
Who Should Attend?
University students from any institution (open eligibility)
Individuals with strong technical skills and a passion for problem-solving
Learners eager to grow, contribute, and gain hands-on experience
Participants comfortable working individually or in small teams
What You'll Gain?
Self-Learning Competency
Learn how to effectively use generative AI and other resources to independently master tools—a critical 21st-century skill.
Confidence Boost
Present your work to judges and receive valuable feedback to refine your skills.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded peers, mentors, and industry professionals.
Hands-On Learning
Work on real-world backend development tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—just like in an actual tech team.
Potential Opportunity
Top performers may be offered internships with CitiXP’s engineering team, starting in October (3 days/week, in-office)
Certificate of Participation
All participants who complete the program will receive a digital certificate to recognize their involvement and showcase on resumes or LinkedIn.
Ready, Set, Bring!
A Laptop and Charger
Headset
Notebook & Pen
Event Plan
Doors Open
As per your ticket and email schedule
Kickoff Session
Event overview and instructions
Hackathon/Task /Project
Work on a backend challenge simulating real startup work
Solution Presentations
Showcase your demos and receive feedback from a panel of experts
Networking
Connect with fellow participants after the competition
Awards and Closing
Celebrate achievements and discover the next steps in your career
Industry Partner
About CitiXP
CitiXP is a travel-tech startup founded in 2024 with a mission to transform the way people plan and experience trips. Unlike traditional travel platforms that focus on packaged tours and deals, CitiXP empowers travelers to create personalized journeys enriched by authentic, community-driven recommendations. The platform emphasizes sustainability, local engagement, and meaningful exploration—helping people connect not only with destinations but also with the culture and community behind them.
Andres Lombana – Founder of CitiXP
Andres Lombana is a Business Analyst with over 6 years of experience leading the development and rollout of technical solutions across government, healthcare, payments, and education sectors. He has worked closely with technical teams on projects involving UI/UX design, software development, and DevOps, using both Agile and traditional methodologies.
As the founder of CitiXP, Andres brings his passion for creating meaningful user-driven experiences into the travel and technology space. CitiXP is a community-driven platform that helps people design authentic, memorable travel journeys while supporting local communities and sustainable tourism.
Through his leadership at CitiXP, Andres champions innovation, community engagement, and building technology solutions that truly connect with people.
The Lead Judge
Thobias Danudoro (WA)
Title: Scrum Master & Business Analyst at High Tech Masterminds
Profile: Thobias is a Scrum Master and Business Analyst with a background in Data Science and Marketing, having graduated from the University of Western Australia. He currently works with Tutor10x at High Tech Masterminds, where he brings his expertise in IT business analysis, project management, and Scrum methodologies to the team. Thobias is passionate about helping teams deliver high-quality solutions and is deeply invested in continuous learning.
Judges and Mentors
Suman Gautam
Suman is a highly skilled Data Analyst with expertise in SQL, Python, Tableau, and Power BI. He specializes in data analysis, data visualization, and stakeholder management. With experience in both corporate and consulting environments, Suman has designed and optimized dashboards to track key business metrics, improving decision-making processes. His extensive experience with data-driven insights allows him to effectively communicate key business insights to stakeholders.
Sagal Mohamed
Sagal is a Business Analyst with hands-on experience in Agile delivery, CRM systems, and digital project coordination. During an internship at High Tech Mastermind, Sagal contributed to the One-Day Hire initiative—supporting process improvements and founder engagement for a fast-track recruitment program. Skilled in stakeholder collaboration and business analysis, Sagal helps turn ideas into clear, scalable solutions.
Jisu Choi
Jisu is an aspiring Business Analyst with experience in SQL, Python, Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. Currently interning at HighTech Masterminds, she focuses on stakeholder engagement, process documentation, and transforming data into actionable business insights.
Event Coordination
Sam Anawar
Sam is a dedicated Event Coordinator at High Tech Masterminds, responsible for managing and coordinating events at Tutor10x. With a background in Cybersecurity and experience in roles such as Brand Ambassador and Service Desk Technician, Sam excels at connecting the dots between candidates, mentors, judges, and industry guests. Fluent in multiple languages, Sam’s organizational skills ensure that every event runs smoothly.
Chahed Dennaoui
Chahed is an enthusiastic Student Experience Manager at High Tech Masterminds, responsible for managing the Accelerate Capstone Projects and collaborating with universities. With a background in Sales, IT Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity, Chahed ensures seamless communication and collaboration between universities, students, and mentors. Her passion for STEM and her mission to inspire others in tech fuel her efforts to connect students with real-world learning experiences.
Student Experience
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