Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

McKesson Corporation; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internship

Networking opportunities

Executive exposure

Structured coaching

Job summary

McKesson High Volume Solutions Inc. is offering a software engineering intern program in Colorado for a 10-week, full-time internship. You will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions powering critical healthcare systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on coding in Python/C#, with exposure to SQL databases, code reviews, and collaboration with product teams. The program includes networking opportunities, executive exposure, and structured coaching.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field (CS/SE).
• Hands-on experience with Python or C# in projects or coursework.
• Proficiency in fundamental data structures, algorithms, and programming concepts.
• Exposure to SQL databases and version control (Git).
• Solid problem-solving and communication skills.
• Prior internship or personal projects in software development are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications and features.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented code following standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Contribute to debugging and resolution of defects.
• Learn and apply new technologies and tools relevant to software development.
• Document design specifications and user guides as needed.
• Participate actively in team meetings.

Skills

Python

C#

SQL

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE or related field

Tools

SQL Server

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

As a Software Engineer Intern at McKesson High Volume Solutions Inc., you will contribute to the development and enhancement of our innovative software solutions that power critical healthcare systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, working alongside experienced engineers to solve real‑world problems.

Intern Program Details

• Paid Internship
• Full time / 10 weeks
• Position will be based in Colorado
• The internship program provides networking, access to executives, structured performance & coaching
• Experiential learning and training provided by exposure to subject matter experts

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications and features.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in accordance with established coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Contribute to the troubleshooting, debugging, and resolution of software defects.
• Learn and apply new technologies, tools, and methodologies relevant to software development.
• Document technical specifications, design documents, and user guides as needed.
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.

Job Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience in at least one object‑oriented programming language Python, C#.
• Understanding of fundamental software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Exposure to SQL (SQL server, mySQL, postgres etc)
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Solid analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior internship experience or personal projects demonstrating software development skills is a plus.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long‑term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$17.33 - $28.88

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.