2026 Summer Intern - IT Software Engineer - .NET/Web

Nelnet, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Flexible hours

Intern-specific programming

Job summary

Nelnet, Inc. in Madison, WI, invites you to join the Summer 2026 IT Internship program. Software Engineer Interns will enhance and support internal and external web applications using .NET, C#, SQL, and Angular.

You will work with IT teams to deliver real work that matters, receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible hours, and intern-specific programming. Education: pursuing an IT-related degree; Junior or above preferred, with knowledge of SDLC and Agile and

Qualifications

• Pursuing IT-related degree including software development, computer science, or related major.
• Junior or above in study preferred.
• Knowledge of SDLC and Agile practices appreciated.

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

Skills

SDLC basics

Agile methodologies

C#

SQL

RESTful APIs

.NET

Education

IT-related field (pursuing)

Job description

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. Your career awaits. Hungry for relevant development experience while you’re still in school? Nelnet, a Fortune 1000 finance & technology company, is hiring eager students to join its Summer 2026 IT Internship program.

Software Engineer Interns Software Engineer Interns will enhance and support our internal and external web-based applications. They will work with IT teams to develop and maintain applications using .NET, C#, SQL, and Angular.

Across all teams, Nelnet interns enjoy competitive pay, casual dress, flexible work hours, and receive mentorship from IT pros.

• 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. Current standing Junior or above preferred.

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
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Passionate about collaborating with teammates and customers
• Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• 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
• Comfortable working in an agile development environment and understands on time/within-budget principles.
• Experience with Microsoft .NET, C#, SQL, and RESTful Web Services

The hourly pay range for this role is $21 - $25

This position requires work in support of the Company’s contract with the United States Department of Education (“ED”). As such, the United States Government requires that any applicant for this position must complete United States Government security clearance. Effective June 1, 2018, ED has informed Nelnet that security clearance applications for foreign nationals are not being accepted or processed. In light of this direction from ED, Nelnet will be unable to hire applicants without United States citizenship for such positions.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail].

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process.

For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring. You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.

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