Software Engineer Intern

Software Development Intern

As a Software Development Intern at Berkley Technology Services (BTS), you'll support the continued evolution of a Java based policy administration platform. This enterprise platform is leveraged by multiple W.R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) member companies to enable underwriters to perform clearance, along with issuing quotes, binders and policies for various lines of insurance. On our team, you won't be limited to the front-end or back-end; your role offers exposure to the full stack, helping you connect the requests we receive to the application features we build. With us, you'll get to see the impact of your work on the business, every day.

As an Intern, you'll:

• Support and execute product enhancement requests for our proprietary underwriting platform
• Gain hands-on experience across the software development cycle, from requirements gathering to software design, development, testing, code review, deployment, and support
• Take a hands-on role in various tasks whereby you will gain exposure to Java, Spring, JavaScript, AngularJS, HTML, CSS, RESTful and SOAP APIs, and learn how all of these fit together to create a platform
• Triage and troubleshoot production support issues, working with end-users to resolve issues to their satisfaction
• Assist with activities like software release planning and see your code and changes migrate through the process
• Take an active role in supporting software development projects in an agile setting, where you'll learn additional ways that agile can be implemented/utilized by software development teams

Qualifications:

• At least two years of college or university coursework completed in a Computer Science discipline; MIS programs with an emphasis on programming are also applicable
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages; Java (preferred), Python, C++, C#/VB.NET will also be considered. Some experience writing SQL queries preferred
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong customer service focus and sense of urgency
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and systems
• Registered undergraduate student pursuing a major in a Software Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field
• Prior related co-op, internship, and/or on or off-campus technical experience preferred but not required