Computer Science Co-Op

Hunter-Engineering-Company-; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world experience

Off-campus team bonding/appreciation

Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Bridgeton, MO is offering a Spring 2027 Computer Science Co-Op. You will contribute to the total software evolution from planning to deployment, aiming to provide a meaningful first step in a software engineering career.

The role emphasizes hands-on development with C/C++ and exposure to QA, Linux environments, and MS Visual Studio. It culminates in a capstone presentation to leadership and peers.

Qualifications

• Major study in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with C/C++ required
• Experience with Linux, and/or Microsoft VS is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• New Feature Development / Testing: execute test plans, analyze results, and ensure objectives are met.
• Software Quality Assurance: use version control and debugging tools; maintain software; support multiple feature models.
• Equipment Evaluation: assist with competitive analysis and equipment operation.
• Capstone Presentation / Exposure to Upper Leadership: prepare and present a capstone PowerPoint to co-ops and leadership.

Skills

C/C++

Education

Major study in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

Linux

Job description

Career Opportunities with Hunter Engineering Company

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Computer Science Co-Op in Bridgeton, MO!

Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for five consecutive years (2022 – 2026) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.

As a Computer Science Co-Op, you will focus on the total software evolution process from planning to deployment. Our goal is to provide an experience that will be an important, effective first step in the career of a future software engineer.

This position is for a Spring 2027 Co-Op, with a start date of January 2027 and an end date of May 2027.

What You’ll Do:

New Feature Development / Testing

• Execute test plans under the direction of a project engineer, format the results in a useable and effective manner, and analyze the results against stated objectives.
• Learn how mechanical aspects influence software during the design process, working directly with Mechanical Engineers and ME Co-Ops.
• Test analysis and engineering calculations.

Software Quality Assurance

• Exposure to Software Version Control and the debugging environment through Visual Studio.
• Work with Hunter’s QA Department and Project Engineers to maintain existing software.
• Learn concepts of multiple models (varying feature sets) support and backwards compatibility.
• Write new test software to automate data gathering.

Equipment Evaluation

• Gain experience assisting with competitive analysis and equipment operation.

Capstone Presentation / Exposure to Upper Leadership

• Near the end of the job, our C++/balancer Co-Op students are well equipped to prepare a compelling Capstone PowerPoint presentation.
• Co-Ops can present their presentations live to all the other Co-Ops and upper management/leadership.

What You’ll Bring:

• Major study in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with C/C++ required
• Experience with Linux, and/or Microsoft VS is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

What We Offer:

• Real-world experience
• Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
• Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center

Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’

• Make Lives Better Together
• Take Pride in the Extraordinary
• Define the Standard

Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.