We are seeking an energetic and innovative IT/Computer Science Intern to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects, gain hands-on experience in SaaS and education technology, and contribute to the development of solutions that help clients manage education benefits effectively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and maintenance of our SaaS platform, focusing on improving functionality and user experience.
- Collaborate with the product development team to design and implement new features.
- Participate in the integration of third-party services and APIs to enhance our platform's capabilities.
- Support the technical team in ensuring system security and data protection.
- Help in diagnosing and troubleshooting software issues and bugs.
- Engage in quality assurance testing of new software releases.
- Contribute to the creation of technical documentation and user guides.
- Participate in agile development processes and team meetings.
Job Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Great multitasking abilities
- Organizational skill required
- Writing and editing skills
- Work in team environment
- Take direction from various team sources
- Must have strong computer skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Education:
- Current undergraduate college student
- Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of programming language JavaScript (including NodeJS).
- Familiarity with web development technologies (Typescript, HTML, CSS, React, etc.) is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of database systems and SQL.
Other:
- Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided. Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25 - 50%), senior leaders (10 – 20%) or Capella Core Faculty (5 – 10%).
- Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.
- If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
- Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
- This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
- Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
- Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
- Able to access information using a computer.
- Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.
Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc
SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
$19.50 - $29.75 - HourlyIf you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.
