Spring 2027 - Software Engineering Intern - 90413033 - Washington

Amtrak; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rail pass privileges

PTO day per academic year

Job summary

Amtrak is seeking motivated students for an entry-point software engineering internship focused on cloud-based applications. You will apply engineering skills in customer and revenue systems and may participate in a co-op during the school term.

The program offers hands-on work, exposure to AWS, and a path to gain practical experience while pursuing your degree, with onsite work at Amtrak locations and opportunities to learn modern development practices.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science and/or Management & Information Systems with a 2.8+ GPA.
• Must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate studies or be a sophomore at minimum.
• Experience with AWS, Agile/Scrum, and web frameworks (Java, Spring Boot, Python) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain general knowledge about existing software and application infrastructure and the software development lifecycle.
• Assist in providing technical and administrative support to complete tasks within scope, schedule and budget.
• Support build of new software capabilities and conduct unit tests to improve reliability and cybersecurity posture.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Active collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Engineering, Computer Science or MIS

Tools

AWS

Java

Spring Boot

Python

Job description

As we move America’s workforce toward the future, our goal is to connect businesses and communities across the country. The safety of our passengers, our more than 20,000 colleagues, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to your effortsOur values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to attract future engineers by providing an entry point to promote careers insoftwareengineering –cloud-basedapplications. Candidates accepted for this position will have the opportunities to apply their engineering skills in the field and to gain firsthand work experience in the various aspects ofCustomer&Revenue Systems portfolio. This position may include opportunities for the candidates to work during the school semester asa partof a co-op program.

Essential Functions

Gain general knowledge aboutexisting software& applicationinfrastructure along with the various aspects ofsoftware development lifecycle standards.Assist in providing technical and administrative support to ensure the successful completion of assigned tasks within scope, schedule, and budget.Support the review and build of new software capabilities, ensuring adherence to software engineering standards and standard operating instructions.Assist in conducting unit tests, with a focus on improving system reliability and enhancing Cyber Security posture of Amtrak applications.Contribute to the development of reports and introduce innovative ideas, incorporating modern technology platforms for efficient information capture and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited educational institution. Must be actively pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science and/or Management & Information Systems . Must have at least 1 year of academic undergraduate studies completed or a sophomore status at minimum . Must have a cumulative GPA of 2 .8 or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS services.Understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum). Prior experience with web frameworks (e.g., Java, Spring Boot, Python). Coursework or projects demonstrating an interest in cloud computing or data science.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hourly range is $18.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour. Pay is based on factors including school year, program of study, etc. In addition, paid internships include Amtrak rail pass privileges as a part of the experience along with one (1) PTO day per academic year.

Work Arrangement

06-Onsite 4/5 Days

Travel Requirements

Up to 25%You power our progress through your performance.

Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law. In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions. In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.