at Nelnet in Boise, Idaho, United States

Our Vision: We make dreams possible.

Yes, we're a student loan servicer. We're also a technology company, idea incubator, start-up accelerator, and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet, we're so much more than what you think-and we're just getting started. So, no matter what you want to do in life-build codes or build brands-we're the best place to do it.

Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible schedule, intern-specific programming, and meaningful work experience.

Apply to one of our internships today. Your career awaits.

Software Engineer Interns will enhance and support our internal and external web-based applications. Specific responsibilities include the analysis, design, coding, testing, implementation, maintenance and support of these complex business systems. Interns will contribute meaningfully to a team that builds technology products.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Collaborate with technology experts

- Learn new technologies & languages relevant to the team

- Develop skills coding, testing, and evaluating technical tradeoffs

- Participate in standup meetings, sprints, and take on projects related to the team's goal

- Attend intern professional, personal, and social development events

EDUCATION:

Pursuing degree in an IT-related field including software development, computer science, or other related major.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Experience:

- General knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), computer information systems, and Agile approach.

- Knowledge of computers: preferably Microsoft packages and advancement in programming language learning.

Preferred Experience:

- Previous experience in creating and deploying software (e.g. internship, class-based project, personal project, research opportunity, non-profit work, etc.)

- Experience solving complex problems and working through challenging requirements

COMPETENCIES - SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

- Motivated and excited by technical challenges

- Passionate about collaborating with teammates and customers

- Demonstrates an eagerness to learn and enjoys helping others

- Shares new ideas, is creative and passionate about innovation

- Detail oriented and cares about creating an exceptional user experience

- Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal skills

- Comfortable working