IT Software Engineer Internship Summer 2027

Vermeer Corporation; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation in Iowa seeks an IT Software Engineer Intern to design and support modern software solutions across the organization. You will work with experienced engineers, build cloud-enabled apps, and grow in Agile delivery while applying classroom learning.

You will gain hands-on experience with C#, .NET, JavaScript, and TypeScript, developing clean code, REST APIs, and cloud services on Azure, while collaborating in sprint ceremonies and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Exposure to web development or application frameworks using C#, .NET, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, cloud concepts, or CI/CD basics.
• Understanding JSON and XML data formats.
• Curiosity, initiative and willingness to learn in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to software development tasks using OOP with C#, .NET, JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Assist in creating and testing REST APIs and cloud services (Azure).
• Participate in CI/CD workflows and basic automated testing.
• Work with relational and non-relational databases to support features.
• Join Agile ceremonies and collaborate with teammates.
• Document findings and help troubleshoot simple issues.
• Explore emerging technologies and apply classroom learning.

Skills

C#

.NET

JavaScript

TypeScript

REST APIs

Azure

CI/CD

JSON/XML

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift

1 - First Shift

Job Summary

As an IT Software Engineer Intern at Vermeer, you will gain hands‑on experience designing and supporting modern software solutions that strengthen business operations across the organization. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, practice foundational development concepts, and contribute to real product enhancements while building skills in cloud technologies, application development, and team‑based Agile delivery.

What You’ll Do:

1. Contribute to software development tasks using object‑oriented programming concepts and languages such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, or TypeScript. You will assist in writing clean, maintainable code that supports application functionality and user experience.
2. Support the creation and testing of Representational State Transfer (RESTful) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and cloud services hosted within Microsoft Azure. This includes practicing secure coding and basic debugging techniques.
3. Participate in source control processes and introductory Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) workflows, using automated build and test activities under the guidance of senior developers.
4. Assist in working with relational and non‑relational databases to retrieve, validate, and prepare data that supports application features and integrations.
5. Join Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives to gain experience with iterative development and collaborative team delivery.
6. Document findings, update reference materials, and help troubleshoot simple issues to support the overall software development lifecycle.
7. Explore emerging technologies and modern engineering practices while applying classroom learning to real‑world scenarios.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Exposure to web development or application frameworks using languages such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, or TypeScript through coursework or project work.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, cloud concepts, or CI/CD basics, with willingness to strengthen these skills through hands‑on practice.
• Understanding of standard data formats, including JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) and Extensible Markup Language (XML).
• Strong curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new tools and approaches in a collaborative environment.
• Clear communication skills, professionalism, and ability to work productively with technical and nontechnical partners.
• Interest in problem‑solving and continuous learning within modern software engineering disciplines.

Travel:

• No travel required of this position.

Work Location

ONSITE: A team member’s day‑to‑day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail].