• Software Engineering Intern

    Applied Research Associates, Inc. (Champaign, IL)


    Description

    Are you a computer science or computer engineering student seeking a rewarding, practical experience with a world-class engineering firm? The ARA Transportation Infrastructure Division in Champaign, IL is seeking candidates available for a summer internship in our transportation software group.

    Under direct supervision, interns will:

    + Update and enhance legacy software to modern standards.

    + Assist in DevOps for legacy systems.

    + Develop modules for applications in C#, Javascript, and other technologies

     

    ARA is committed to hiring new graduates and student interns who are among the best and brightest in their class. Interns will be involved in technically challenging projects which will enhance their learning experience. Additionally, upon graduation, interns with outstanding performance frequently move into full-time positions at ARA.

    Software engineering intern requirements:

    + Must have completed at least 2 years of study toward an undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

     

    The anticipated pay range for this position is $20 to $25/hr, depending on education and experience. Interns also earn personal leave and are eligible to participate in our retirement plans. Learn more about our benefits at https://www.ara.com/benefits/ .

    About ARA:

    ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs more than 2,300 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in civil technologies, computer software and simulation, defense technologies, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for pavement analysis, environmental site characterization, and robotics.

     

    At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

     

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

     

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