Software Engineering Intern - Power Systems

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

On-site internship in Boise

Employee-owned culture

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. seeks a Software Engineering Intern to join our Engineering Services team.

This role involves working with a team of engineers on design, implementation, and test for software tools used in power system protection and control. If you are looking to advance your career and are available to work full time during the summer and part time during the school year, this position may be for you.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Computer Science or equivalent degree with at least one year of coursework completed.
• Graduating in May or December 2028.
• Able to work on-site in Boise, ID full-time in the summer and part-time during the school year.
• Experience with Python and C#.
• Understanding of digital logic and Boolean equations.
• Optional experience with VBA, Java, Perl, Ruby and C++.
• Able to learn new software and interact with various APIs.
• Able to execute and document testing procedures.
• Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills.
• Willing to learn new skills and work cooperatively in a team.
• Background check satisfactory to SEL and negative drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Supporting SEL's software development process.
• Implementing software design and automated scripts.
• Verifying that software meets requirements.
• Providing support to engineering staff as needed.

Skills

Python

C#

Digital logic

Boolean equations

Writing and communication

Education

Pursuing Computer Science degree

Tools

VBA

Java

Perl

Ruby

C++

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories seeks a Software Engineering Intern to join our Engineering Services team. This successful individual will be working with a team of engineers to participate in design, implementation, and test for software tools used for power system protection and control.

If you are looking for an opportunity to advance your career and available to work full time during the summer, part time during the school year, this may be the position for you!

Typical responsibilities

• Supporting SEL's software development process
• Implementing software design and automated scripts
• Verifying that software meets requirements
• Providing support to engineering staff as needed

Ideal candidate

• Are a current student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework completed, and graduating in May or December 2028.
• Are able to work on-site in Boise, ID full-time in the summer & part-time during the school year.
• Have experience with Python and C#.
• Have an understanding of digital logic and Boolean equations.
• Have optional experience with VBA, Java, Perl, Ruby and C++.
• Are able to learn new software, understand APIs required to interact with various software platforms.
• Are able to execute and document defined testing procedures.
• Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Are able to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Have background check results satisfactory to SEL & negative drug test result(s).

Location Information

This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.

We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.

School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year. We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.

Pay Range Data

$24.25 - $33.00 per hour

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.