Software Engineer Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual for a Software Engineering Internship in Pullman, WA. If you are a current student at an accredited university in the Pullman/Moscow area looking for an opportunity to develop your programming skills, learn from industry leading engineers, and solve real world problems in the growing market of electric power. With availability to start working part time during your school semester and full time during the summer then this may be the position for you!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support SEL’s software development process
- Verify that software meets requirements
- Implement firmware/software design
- Provide support to engineering staff as needed
- Follow engineering quality assurance procedures
- Continuously identify, measure, and improve processes
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World
- Class Manufacturing Principles
- Understand. Create. Simplify
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Current student pursuing a degree in computer science or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework completed
- Programming experience in C++, C#, Python, or equivalent OO programming language
- Ability to execute and document defined testing procedures
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL
- Negative drug test result(s)
Preferred Qualifications
- Practical knowledge of developing applications for Linux-based operating systems
- Knowledge of SQL and database concepts
- Experience using revision control and source code management systems
Pullman, WA - This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.
School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.
We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.
We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.
Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.
Pay Range Data
($24.25 - $30.00 per hour)* Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter orreach out to us at [email protected].
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.