About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience in software development. You will work alongside our Software Engineers to build, test, and improve applications and products. This is a full-time, paid position for the summer 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Write code and participate in software development tasks.
- Support the R&D team with projects and prototyping.
- Build, test, and evaluate new and existing products.
- Collaborate with team members to solve technical problems.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in Computer Science, Data Science, or Electrical Engineering programs.
- Experience with C++, C#, or Java on Windows or Linux.
- Experience with AWS or Azure deployments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Full-time enrollment during the current semester.
- Ability to work up to 40 hours per week.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- The role is based on-site in Danville, Illinois.
- This is a full-time summer internship.
About Watchfire
Watchfire manufactures electric signs and LED displays for a variety of commercial and institutional clients. Founded in 1932 and based in Danville, Illinois, the company produces indoor and outdoor video displays, scoreboards, and digital billboards. It employs roughly 330 people and maintains a large network of installations across retail, education, and automotive sectors. The firm also develops proprietary software for content management and message scheduling.
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