About the role#
As an IT Software Engineer Intern, you will work on internal and external web-based applications. You will join our technology teams to build and maintain software using .NET, C#, SQL, and Angular. This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with technology experts on real projects.
- Develop, test, and evaluate technical tradeoffs in your code.
- Participate in daily standup meetings and team sprints.
- Learn new technologies and programming languages relevant to your team.
- Attend professional, personal, and social development events for interns.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in an IT-related field, such as computer science or software development. Junior standing or above is preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft .NET, C#, SQL, and RESTful Web Services.
- Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methods.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex technical problems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- You must be a United States citizen to complete the required United States Government security clearance for this role.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in either Madison, Wisconsin, or Centennial, Colorado.
- This is a full-time position.
About Nelnet
Nelnet is a financial services company founded in 1996 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska. The company provides student loan servicing and private loan solutions alongside payment technology for thousands of schools. It also operates fiber internet, TV, and phone services in Nebraska and Colorado. With over 5,000 associates, the organization maintains a presence in more than 30 communities.
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