Intern - Information Technology

Description

We seek a motivated and technically curious IT Intern to join our Airline Technology organization. This role is ideal for students who are eager to develop hands on experience in Application development, data integration, system troubleshooting, Agile delivery practices, and emerging AI technologies.
The intern will work closely with senior engineers, analysts, and product team members to help refine requirements, build prototypes, validate data flows, and support application improvements that increase system reliability and operational efficiency. This position is ideal for a student interested in software engineering, systems engineering, or enterprise application development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with development, testing, and documentation of application enhancements.

• Support analysis of system defects, logs, and data flows to identify root causes and propose solutions.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies (standups, grooming, retros, demos) and contribute to sprint deliverables.

• Help update technical documentation, diagrams, and application support materials.

• Perform data validation and help prepare test scenarios for upcoming releases.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand workflows, dependencies, and operational requirements.

• Learn and apply FedEx development standards, tools, and best practices.

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.

• Familiarity with one or more programming languages (Java, Python, or JavaScript preferred).

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly and work in a collaborative team environment.

• Interest in enterprise applications and operational systems.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with version control (Git).

• Exposure to Agile methodologies.

• Familiarity with databases (SQL) or data analysis tools.

Minimum Education

Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Degree: Currently enrolled in a degree program such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Business Analytics, Management, Finance, Economics, Information Security/Science/Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Statistics, or other related major.

Minimum Experience

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and as a part of a team.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.

Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.

Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.

Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications: Immigration - Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstance

Pay Transparency:

Pay: Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an on-site or hybrid internship or co-op experience.

Additional Details: Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10-week program, June 8th - August 14th. Resume should include information: email address, telephone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).

For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:

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