Intern – IT Engineering (Java / Google Cloud Platform)

Support the development and maintenance of learner-facing web portals and internal tools that enable a great learning experience. Most applications are Java-based web applications deployed on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The intern will work collaborating with the existing, contribute to real sprint work, and use AI coding tools responsibly (e.g., Claude, Gemini) to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality and security.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work on Java web applications (typical work includes REST APIs, service logic, integrations, and minor UI changes if applicable).

• Implement well-scoped tasks such as adding endpoints, updating business rules, refactoring small modules, and improving error handling.

• Write and update unit tests and basic integration tests for assigned changes.

• Learn and follow existing deployment and release processes for applications running on GCP.

• Assist with log review and basic monitoring/triage using existing tools and dashboards.

• Contribute to improving developer experience by updating runbooks, setup docs, and troubleshooting guides.

• Use AI tools (e.g., Claude, Gemini) to accelerate routine work such as:

  • drafting boilerplate code, scaffolding, and templates

  • generating test cases and test data

  • summarizing logs/errors and proposing debugging paths

  • drafting documentation and PR descriptions

• Apply human judgment: validate AI output, ensure correctness, follow coding standards, and add tests.

• Follow safe usage practices: do not paste sensitive data, proprietary code, credentials, or learner information into public AI tools.

Job Skills:

• Organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Writing and editing skills.
• Collaboration in a team environment.
• Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Office:  Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Education:

• Current undergraduate college student

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.

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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 - Hourly

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.