Intern - IT Software Development

Location: Rensselaer, New York, United States Department: Information Technology

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. Our summer internship programs give young professionals the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of New York electricity markets, bulk electricity systems and how we plan for New York State’s energy future.

The NYISO is seeking two Software Technologies Interns to participate in a structured rotational internship program. This opportunity is designed to provide exposure to multiple business domains, technology platforms, and software engineering practices while supporting NYISO's critical financial, market, reliability, and enterprise systems. Interns will work alongside experienced software engineers and contribute to real-world software development initiatives that support the reliable operation of New York's electric grid.

Throughout the internship, students may contribute to application enhancements, system integrations, API development, automation solutions, dashboards and reporting tools, technology modernization efforts, and process improvements that increase operational efficiency. Interns may also support software testing, defect resolution, commercial software configuration, and the use of AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality. This experience provides hands-on exposure to the full software development lifecycle while allowing interns to work on meaningful projects that deliver value to the organization.

Through project assignments, mentoring, and collaboration with technology professionals across the organization, interns will strengthen their technical, analytical, and communication skills while gaining practical experience in enterprise software engineering within a mission-critical industry.

Responsibilities

Participate in the design, development, testing, integration, and maintenance of enterprise software solutions.

Develop secure, maintainable code and appropriate automated tests.

Support software enhancements, defect corrections, modernization efforts, and technology refresh initiatives.

Assist with the development of system integrations, APIs, and automation capabilities.

Create or improve dashboards, reports, and technology-enabled processes.

Support the configuration or customization of commercial software solutions.

Participate in team meetings, sprint activities, design discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Collaborate with software engineers, business analysts, project managers, architects, and business stakeholders.

Prepare technical documentation and knowledge-transfer materials for assigned work.

Present completed work, lessons learned, and recommendations to team members and IT leadership.

Use source control systems, testing frameworks, and modern software engineering tools.

Explore the responsible use of AI-assisted development tools to support productivity and code quality.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related technical discipline.

Experience with one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, or C++.

Familiarity with software development concepts, object-oriented programming, and software testing practices.

Experience with development tools such as Git, GitHub, Visual Studio Code, IntelliJ, Docker, or similar platforms.

Basic understanding of databases, APIs, or system integrations.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to learn new technologies and apply feedback.

Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Interest in developing technology solutions that support critical business and operational processes.

Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar technologies is a plus.

The NYISO offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance. This internship will be a hybrid program, with the expectation that employees will be local to the Albany, NY area.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

Salary Range

$22—$33 USD