Job Title
Software Developer Intern
Job Type
Internship
Location
Fort Collins, CO US (Primary)
Laramie, WY US
Sheridan, WY US
Category
Software Development
Minimum Education Required
Not Applicable
Career Level
Entry Level
Job Description
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for maintaining and enhancing existing software, with a primary focus on resolving bugs and implementing new features for applications supporting emerging connected vehicle systems. The intern will work with event-driven architectures and technologies including Java Spring, Kafka, Docker, Linux, REST APIs, JavaScript, and SQL Server-backed databases. Responsibilities may also include supporting application integrations, troubleshooting API and database issues, testing changes, and contributing to cloud-hosted solutions. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in an IT-related field, and candidates with relevant software development experience are preferred.
This is a part-time, non-benefited internship position with flexible hours. Currently enrolled junior, senior, and graduate students are encouraged to apply.
Performance Metrics:
Interns will be evaluated on the following key performance areas during their first year:
1. Learning and Skill Development:
- Demonstrates initiative in learning the team's programming languages, frameworks, development tools, and software delivery practices.
- Applies academic knowledge of computer science and software development fundamentals to assigned engineering tasks with guidance.
- Builds proficiency in debugging, testing, version control, and secure coding practices through hands-on work and feedback.
- Seeks clarification and technical feedback to improve understanding of system design, implementation approaches, and development standards.
2. Task Support and Contribution:
- Completes assigned development tasks accurately, on time, and in alignment with technical requirements and team expectations.
- Contributes to software development activities such as coding, debugging, testing, documentation, and configuration changes appropriate to experience and training.
- Uses version control, issue tracking, and established development workflows consistently and correctly.
- Produces work that is maintainable, understandable, and aligned with team conventions and coding standards.
3. Communication and Professional Conduct:
- Communicates technical progress, blockers, questions, and implementation decisions clearly and professionally with mentors, supervisors, and team members.
- Participates constructively in team meetings, standups, backlog discussions, and code review activities.
- Demonstrates accountability by following through on assigned work, responding to feedback, and escalating issues in a timely manner.
- Works collaboratively with team members and accepts coaching in a professional and constructive manner.
4. Growth and Engagement:
- Incorporates technical and professional feedback to improve code quality, problem-solving ability, and delivery consistency.
- Demonstrates measurable growth in software development skills, use of team tools, and understanding of engineering processes over the course of the internship.
- Shows increasing independence in completing appropriately scoped tasks while recognizing when guidance is needed.
- Engages positively with the engineering team and contributes to a collaborative, learning-oriented environment.
What We Offer:
- Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including a 6% discretionary match
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Mentoring and opportunities for professional advancement
- Best-in-class safety culture
The salary information shown below is a general guideline ONLY. Salaries are based on candidates' experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary pay range: $18 - $20 per hour
This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.
Trihydro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because of a protected Veteran status.
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