Software Engineer Summer Intern
GoHealth is looking for Software Engineer interns to join us in the summer of 2021. You will receive projects and daily work providing both challenging and fulfilling experiences in helping shape your skill development. At GoHealth, you’ll solve problems to create an impact for consumers across the country. We promote a comprehensive learning environment fostered by senior engineers who will encourage you to think outside the box and share new ideas every day. You’ll be given the opportunity to work with modern technologies and experience first-hand what a career with us looks like!
Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. GoHealth encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with software engineers to assist developing web-based software solutions
- Work with partners to design complex solutions from creation to production
- Develop solutions using the latest technologies to meet needs
- Learn coding best practices and participate in coding reviews
- Help debug common components within several GoHealth platforms
- Participate in technical discussions related to engineering/product work
- Compile accurate documentation and reports
- Work with departments outside of software engineering on several projects
Skills and Experience:
- Junior or Master’s student pursuing a degree in computer science, computer engineering or related field
- Desire to enhance programming skills in TypeScript, React.js, Java, Go, and Python
- A passion for solving complex technical problems
- Advanced knowledge on computer science fundamentals
- Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced technical environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Academic performance (minimum GPA = 3.5/4.0)
Benefits and Perks:
- 10-week paid internship (starting June 2021) in the trendy River North Neighborhood in downtown Chicago. Subject to change remotely pending status of COVID-19
- Casual work environment - we’re a friendly group, we have fun with each other and have a respectful workplace
- Rotational days to shadow other areas of the business
- Interactive Lunch & Learns with C-Suite
- Continued training opportunities through GoHealth E-Learning series
- Casual dress-code
- GoHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer
GoHealth will conduct all interviews for our internships remotely. While we intend to have the internship program (beginning June 2021) at our Chicago Headquarters, we are prepared to move this program virtual following the guidance of local health authorities’ and the CDC.