Software Engineering Intern

Buildertrend; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily lunches at the office

Summer housing at a local university

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

Buildertrend is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for the summer in Omaha, NE. You will build real features for our platform, work with experienced engineers, and ship code that matters to construction professionals.

You'll gain hands-on experience across design, development, testing and debugging, participate in agile ceremonies, and learn to use AI-assisted tools like Claude to accelerate coding while delivering quality work.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in CS or related field.
• Interest in software engineering and learning new tools.
• Experience with AI tools in coursework or projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain software applications for Buildertrend's platform.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs and QA from concept to release.
• Write clean, documented code in Buildertrend's tech stack.
• Build features that help customers manage projects.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from seniors.
• Troubleshoot with guidance from senior engineers.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies (standups, planning, retrospectives).
• Utilize AI-assisted tools to accelerate coding while ensuring quality.
• Complete tasks within sprint timelines.

Skills

C#/.NET

Java

React

AI tools usage

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Claude

GitHub Copilot

Job description

The Job

As a Software Engineering Intern, you'll spend the summer building real features for a platform construction professionals rely on every day. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to meaningful projects and learn how software actually moves from idea to production. By the end of the internship, you'll have sharpened your technical skills, gained real engineering experience and shipped code that changes the way the world builds.

Compensation: $28 per hour

Location: Omaha, NE

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, test and maintain software applications that support Buildertrend's platform.
• Partner with Software Engineers, Product Managers and QA to take features from concept to release.
• Write clean, well-documented code using languages and frameworks within Buildertrend's tech stack.
• Build and improve features that directly impact how customers manage their projects.
• Participate in code reviews to strengthen your code quality and learn from senior team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with guidance and mentorship from Senior Software Engineers.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies, including standups, sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Use AI-assisted development tools, including Claude, to accelerate coding, debugging and problem-solving workflows while still being responsible and accountable for the quality and accuracy of your work.
• Complete assigned tasks and projects within established sprint timelines.

Who You Are And What You Need

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Available to work full-time onsite at the Buildertrend HQ in Omaha, NE, for the full summer.
• Strong interest in Software Engineering and a desire to grow your skills.
• Experience using AI tools (such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar) in coursework or personal projects, or a strong interest in learning how to use them effectively.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C#/.NET, Java, and React.
• Understanding of modern software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.) is preferred
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Eager to learn, ask questions and apply feedback constructively.

We Are Giving You

• Office environment with all the perks of a high-energy tech company.
• Free daily lunches at the office.
• Summer housing at a local university – you can skip the summer housing search and focus on the experience.
• Onsite fitness center to keep you feeling your best.
• No weekend hours – just work hard Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monthly events to connect other interns and Buildertrend employees.

Who We Are

Great builders don’t just manage projects – they run successful businesses. That’s where Buildertrend comes in. As the leading residential construction management platform, we give contractors the power to control their financials, schedules, team workflows and client relationships – all in one system. No more juggling disconnected tools or guessing on profitability. With nearly two decades of industry expertise, Buildertrend helps builders work smarter, scale faster and stay ahead of the competition. If you want to learn more about us, check out: https://buildertrend.com/about/

Working At Buildertrend

At Buildertrend, we fully recognize that we all work so we can live better lives—we appreciate and respect that this is a job and not your whole life. What makes Buildertrend so special is a commitment to ensuring you can have the best job, work with the best people, and live your best life outside of work. Our goal is to create a culture where everyone can make an impact on our customers, communities, and each other. In short: We want you to be who you are, love what you do, and build your best life.

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