Intern - IT Software Engineer .NET (Summer 2027)

Nelnet Servicing•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

Nelnet is seeking motivated and passionate individuals to join their team as Interns in IT Software Engineering, focusing on .NET technologies. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, contribute to real business needs, and develop professionally. Interns will work on enhancing and supporting internal and external web-based applications, participating in the full software development lifecycle from analysis and design to coding, testing, implementation, maintenance, and support. This specific internship is with the Nelnet Campus Commerce (NCC) product team, which is part of Nelnet Business Services (NBS) and focuses on higher education offerings. Nelnet emphasizes a collaborative and innovative environment where interns can learn new technologies, develop coding and evaluation skills, and participate in team activities like standup meetings and sprints. The program includes one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and intern-specific development events.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in an IT-related field including software development, computer science, or other related major.
General knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), computer information systems, and Agile approach.
Knowledge of computers, preferably Microsoft packages.
Advancement in programming language learning.
Motivated and excited by technical challenges.
Passionate about collaborating with teammates and customers.
Demonstrates an eagerness to learn and enjoys helping others.
Shares new ideas, is creative and passionate about innovation.
Detail oriented and cares about creating an exceptional user experience.
Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Comfortable working in an agile development environment and understands on time/within-budget principles.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in creating and deploying software (e.g. internship, class-based project, personal project, research opportunity, non-profit work, etc.).
Experience solving complex problems and working through challenging requirements.
Experience with .NET and Angular.

Responsibilities

Enhance and support internal and external web-based applications.
Analyze, design, code, test, implement, maintain, and support complex business systems.
Contribute meaningfully to a team that builds technology products.
Collaborate with technology experts.
Learn new technologies & languages relevant to the team.
Develop skills in coding, testing, and evaluating technical tradeoffs.
Participate in standup meetings and sprints.
Take on projects related to the team’s goals.
Attend intern professional, personal, and social development events.