Intern - Software Engineering

Berkshire Hathaway Energy; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking events

Leadership forums

Internship program

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company is offering a software engineering internship for a college student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering. The position is temporary and part-time during the academic year, expanding to full-time hourly support in the summer.

Interns gain hands-on experience with real projects and participate in networking events, leadership forums, and a three‑day intern event in Des Moines.

Qualifications

• Basic programming knowledge in client/server or web environments.
• Basic knowledge of .NET development or similar languages.
• Basic knowledge of database concepts including SQL queries.

Responsibilities

• Perform software development and ensure conformance to IT standards.
• Participate in design discussions and planning for potential software solutions.
• Test and document software solutions as they are developed and updated.
• Perform basic system analysis and design functions.
• Provide customer support for packaged software and interfaces.
• Provide technical input to assist in project planning.

Skills

Programming basics

.NET basics

SQL queries

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in CS/SE

Job description

Job Description MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree program in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field graduating later than August 2027. Software Engineering interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy industry. Interns will have the opportunity to use their knowledge and skills learned through college and apply them to the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, part-time hours during the academic year and full-time/hourly through the summer. Interns gain hands‑on experience working alongside industry professionals, developing technical skills, and contributing to meaningful projects that support our customers and communities. They can apply classroom learning in a professional setting while participating in networking events, leadership forums, and learning opportunities throughout the summer, including MidAmerican Energy's annual three‑day intern event in Des Moines.

Responsibilities

• Perform software development and ensure conformance to IT standards at MidAmerican Energy.
• Participate in design discussions and planning for potential software solutions.
• Test and document software solutions as they are developed and updated.
• Perform basic system analysis and design functions.
• Provide customer support for package software and associated interfaces.
• Provide technical input to assist in the development of project planning.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
• Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Skills for Success

• Basic knowledge of programming in client/server and/or web development environments.
• Basic knowledge of .NET development or other current computing programming languages.
• Basic knowledge of database concepts including SQL queries.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in computer science, software engineering, or related technical field.
• Must be available May-August 2027.
• Opportunity for earlier start date during the academic year.