Software Engineer Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Communications & Cyber Security Team as a Software Engineer Intern. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer in Boise Idaho. If you are looking for the opportunity to gain hands on experience with industry professionals, then this position is for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support SEL’s software development process

• Verify that software meets requirements.

• Implement firmware/software design.

• Provide support to engineering staff as needed.

• Follow engineering quality assurance procedures.

• Continuously identify, measure, and improve processes.

• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

• Understand. Create. Simplify.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Current student pursuing a degree in computer science or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework completed
• Programming experience in C#, C++, Java or equivalent OO programming language
• Ability to execute and document defined testing procedures
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using scripting languages, such as Python, Javascript, Bash
• Practical knowledge of developing Linux daemons
• Knowledge of SQL, database, and networking concepts
• Experience using revision control and source code management systems

Location:

Boise, ID – This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.

• School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.

• We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.

• We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

• Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

 Pay Range Data

($24.25- $33.00) * Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected].

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.