Intern, Application Development and Engineering (Summer 2024)

Job Description

Intern, Application Development and Engineering (Summer 2024)

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic student eager to launch your career in software development? Inland is seeking a talented intern to join our dynamic IT team, specifically focusing on Application Development and Engineering. This intensive 10-week summer internship program offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the full software development lifecycle, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in designing, developing, testing, and deploying critical software applications that drive our business operations and strategic initiatives.

As an Application Development and Engineering Intern, you will play a vital role in building innovative solutions that directly impact our organization. You will work alongside experienced professionals, contributing to projects that provide tangible business value and enhance our technological capabilities. This internship is designed to challenge you, foster your growth, and provide a clear pathway for understanding real-world application engineering in a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively contribute to the development and maintenance of web and desktop applications, leveraging modern frameworks and cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and product owners, to gather comprehensive requirements and translate them into robust technical specifications and elegant solutions.
• Write clean, scalable, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering strictly to established coding standards and best practices to ensure maintainability and performance.
• Participate actively in all phases of the development process, including diligent code reviews, comprehensive testing, and meticulous debugging, to ensure the highest quality of software delivery.
• Support the seamless deployment and integration of applications into production environments, working with our operations teams to ensure smooth transitions.
• Proactively research and recommend new tools, technologies, and innovative best practices in software development to continually enhance our team’s capabilities and efficiency.
• Create clear and concise documentation for processes, workflows, and technical solutions, ensuring knowledge transfer and future scalability.
• Successfully complete a capstone internship project, culminating in a presentation of your work, findings, and contributions to our leadership team and fellow colleagues at the program’s conclusion.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field.
• Must be a junior at the time of application.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required.
• Familiarity with foundational programming languages and concepts, with exposure to specific technologies such as C#, and integration tools like Azure Data Factory and SSIS.
• Understanding of core web technologies, including HTML, CSS, REST APIs, and an interest in UI/UX design tools like Figma or component libraries like Kendo UI.
• Exposure to popular development frameworks such as React and .NET is a significant plus.
• Basic knowledge of database management systems, including SQL fundamentals, and experience with platforms like SQL Server or Azure SQL.
• Basic knowledge of version control systems, particularly GitHub, for collaborative development.
• Basic knowledge of job scheduling tools such as Active Batch.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an analytical mindset and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to articulate technical concepts clearly and work effectively within a team.

What You’ll Gain:

• Real-World Experience: Dive deep into full-stack application development, working on live projects that directly impact business outcomes.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Receive personalized guidance and support from experienced software engineers and IT professionals, fostering your technical and professional growth.
• Exposure to Modern Practices: Gain practical insights into Agile development methodologies, DevOps practices, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Impactful Contributions: Opportunity to contribute significantly to impactful projects, develop a comprehensive understanding of our business, and present your innovative work to leadership.
• Professional Network: Cultivate your professional network within a leading organization and discover potential pathways for future career opportunities.

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00

Benefits (for eligible Full-time employees):

While this is an internship position, Inland values its employees and offers a comprehensive range of competitive benefits for eligible Full-time employees. Interns demonstrating exceptional performance may be considered for future full-time roles. Full-time benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (PPO options)
• Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Accrued Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, and Three floating holidays per year
• Sick time accrual
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Parental Leave

This position is eligible as an internal promotion opportunity. To learn more about the extensive benefits Inland offers its employees, please click the provided link to learn more.

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