Internship in Technology - Software Engineer

Dimensional Fund Advisors; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Educational initiatives

Culture and growth celebrations

Job summary

Dimensional Fund Advisors is seeking undergrad or graduate students for its 2027 summer internship program in the Technology department. The nine-week program provides hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world Financial Services and Technology industry experience.

You will work in an agile environment, gain exposure to day-to-day engineering activities, and have the opportunity to own a project that adds business value.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or specialized master’s degree in computer science or engineering, with an expected graduation date December 2027 – June 2028.
• Experience writing applications in one or more programming languages.
• Experience writing automated tests and using version control.
• Familiarity with DevOps, database platforms, server infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
• Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain insight through in-depth learning sessions and contribute to creative solutions in an agile setting.
• With mentorship, own a project that creates business value and showcases your technical skills.
• Present your work to management, peers, and stakeholders at internship end.

Skills

Programming languages

Automated testing

Agile experience

Version control

Linux familiarity

Windows familiarity

DevOps familiarity

Education

Undergrad or specialized master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Database platforms

Server infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Job description

Job Description

Dimensional was built around a set of ideas bigger than the firm itself. With a confidence in markets, deep connections to the academic community, and a focus on implementation, we go where the science leads, and continue to pursue new insights, both large and small, that can benefit our clients. Dimensional’s Technology department designs, develops and operates with the same science and data-driven pragmatism that goes into our funds. Our team of curious and passionate technologists collaborate, develop insights, weigh variables and create the tech that enables the innovative, research-driven financial and technical products that improve our client’s financial lives.

Dimensional Fund Advisors is seeking undergrad or graduate level students actively pursuing a degree to join our 2027 summer internship program. This nine-week program will expose interns to the day-to-day activities of engineers in the technology department. Hands-on training, interesting opportunities, and mentorship from professionals will equip you to leave the internship with real-world Financial Services and Technology industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Interns will gain insight through in-depth learning sessions and will have opportunities to help drive creative solutions to challenging problems working in an agile environment.
• With mentorship from an experienced professional, interns will have the ability to own a project that creates business value and showcases your technical chops.
• At the completion of your internship, interns will present their work to management, peers, and key stakeholders.

Desirable Experiences and Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or specialized master’s degree, preferably in a computer science or engineering program, with an expected graduation date of December 2027 – June 2028.
• Experience writing applications in one or more programming languages.
• Experience writing automated tests and using version control.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following areas: DevOps, database platforms, server infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
• Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience working in Agile environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Things we value

• Ability to absorb and apply information from formal and informal learning.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, highly motivated, and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Self-starter who is curious, proactive, and capable of creative solutioning.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits
• educational initiatives
• special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.

At Dimensional, we want to change the way the world thinks about investing. As a leading global investment firm, we offer systematic, value-added investment solutions based on robust science and thoughtful implementation. Our global team includes more than 1,600 passionate people with diverse experiences, education, strengths, and talents. With a learning mindset rooted in academia and powered by the great ideas in finance, we pursue what we believe are the strongest investment solutions, while providing a world-class client experience. Every employee plays a role in delivering these experiences, and we know we can achieve the most when we work as a team to endeavor to help improve investors’ lives.

Most roles fit our office-first hybrid approach: We are together on our campuses Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and have the choice to work in the office or remotely, depending on what is best for that work day, on Mondays and Fridays. This approach maximizes in-person collaboration and interaction while simultaneously providing flexibility and applies to most roles globally with a few exceptions that require more or less time in the office.

Here at Dimensional, we strive to be an inclusive workplace for all.

The use of Artificial Intelligence during interviews and skill testing is prohibited, unless Dimensional Fund Advisors has authorized such use.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, such accommodation is available upon request.