About the role#
The Software Engineering Intern position is a full-time, paid opportunity for students to gain experience in the healthcare industry. You will work on project-based initiatives within the McKesson Pharmacy Systems Engineering team. This role focuses on applying academic knowledge to real-world software engineering environments while building a professional network.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, test, or evaluate software and AI-enabled capabilities.
- Improve engineering productivity, operational workflows, and user experiences.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on key business initiatives.
- Participate in coaching and structured performance activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program for Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
- You must be entering your Junior or Senior year and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Coding experience in Python, JavaScript, or another scripting language.
- Understanding of SQL queries, relational databases, data structures, and software development fundamentals.
- Coursework, projects, or hands-on exposure to AI, machine learning, generative AI, or natural language processing.
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools to improve software quality.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A curious, energetic, and self-starting approach to work.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Locations: Irving, Texas; Columbus, Ohio; and remote options in Pennsylvania and Texas.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Please note that the company does not provide visa sponsorship, housing, or relocation assistance.
About McKesson
McKesson is a healthcare company based in Irving, Texas. It operates in pharmaceutical distribution, healthcare IT, and medical supply chain management. The organization serves biopharma companies, pharmacies, and care providers. It employs over 25,000 people and functions as a public company.
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