Graduate Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
About The Position
LCRA Transmission Technical Support Group (TSG) group is seeking an intern for the summer of 2026. As an intern in TSG, you will work under the direction of the Energy Management System (EMS) Software Application engineers and Principal EMS Admin. You will be exposed to advanced EMS/SCADA software platforms and access complex real-time software applications. The ideal intern candidate has not only an interest in software development but a passion for improving the EMS ecosystem by suggesting any latest trends in Software Technologies. Preference to Computer Science and Software Engineering majors. About Us: The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has been serving Texans since 1934, when the state Legislature tasked us with improving life across the region. Back then, we built the chain of dams that tamed the unpredictable lower Colorado River and brought electricity to rural Central Texas for the very first time. Fast forward to today, and that mission still fuels everything we do. For nearly a century, we’ve been finding new ways to enhance the lives of the Texans we serve. Now we’re looking for the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and changemakers to help us write our next chapter. Ready to make your impact? Apply now and start your journey with the Lower Colorado River Authority!
Requirements
- In the freshman year of a post-graduate degree program at an accredited college or university, with some advanced coursework related to the internship
Nice To Haves
- Computer Science or Software Engineering major
- Working knowledge of C/C++/Java/Python
- Working knowledge of C#/.NET/Blazor
- Working knowledge of Atlassian Jira
- Working knowledge of Oracle
- Working knowledge of DevOps practices
Responsibilities
- Work with the JIRA SME to add/configure the Jira Add-ons
- Work with ESCAPE (critical real-time application) SME for optimizing ESCAPE code – Please note this is written in C++/Java
- Work on the UI part of a critical application (RTU Config App) to develop a proper UI – Written in C#/.Net/Blazor
- Work with Ansible SME to define a few playbooks
- Work on tasks pertaining to automation based on requirements from other groups
- Work with Oracle SME to automate any Oracle Patching processes
Benefits
- Valuable, meaningful, hands-on work on real-world projects
- Guidance and mentorship from industry leaders invested in your growth
- Exclusive networking events, including executive meet-and-greet
- Behind-the-scenes tours of our dams and power plants
- Interactive lunch-and-learn session with our recruiting team
- Dedicated Volunteer Day to serve and give back
- Celebrate National Intern Day at our park, complete with ziplining and rafting!
- Competitive Pay
- Optional 401 (k) contribution program option
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
