Engineering Intern

Job Description

Engineering Intern – Airline Technology | FedEx

The Tone:
This is an Engineering Intern role at FedEx, available in an on-site or hybrid format for a 10-week program. FedEx supports Airline Technology by contributing to the enhancement, analysis, operational support, and modernization of critical Flight Planning systems. This internship offers hands-on experience in various facets of software development and enterprise application practices, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to system reliability and operational efficiency within a large-scale enterprise environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: On-site/Hybrid
• Pay: $25–$30 hourly
• Mission: Support the enhancement, analysis, and modernization of critical Flight Planning systems to boost reliability and operational efficiency.
• Tech Stack: Java, Python, JavaScript, Git, SQL, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

What You’ll Actually Do
• Application Development: Assist engineers with the development, testing, and documentation of Flight Planning application enhancements and modernization efforts, learning FedEx development standards and tools.
• System Analysis and Troubleshooting: Support the analysis of system defects, logs, and data flows to identify root causes and propose effective solutions, contributing to system stability.
• Agile Team Participation: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including standups, grooming sessions, retrospectives, and demos, contributing to sprint deliverables and team collaboration.
• Technical Documentation and Testing: Help update and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and application support materials, and perform data validation while preparing comprehensive test scenarios for upcoming releases.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to gain a deep understanding of workflows, dependencies, and operational requirements, fostering a collaborative work environment.

The Must-Haves
• Background: You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field, maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher. You must be a currently enrolled student or a recent college graduate within six months of graduation.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is required for this role, offering a foundational entry point into enterprise software development.
• Skills: Familiarity with one or more programming languages, with Java, Python, or JavaScript preferred. You should possess a basic understanding of APIs, web services, or fundamental system integration concepts, alongside demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Bonus: Experience with version control systems, specifically Git, exposure to Agile methodologies and practices, or familiarity with databases (e.g., SQL) or data analysis tools.