Software Engineering Intern – Spring 2026 at MSU Federal Credit Union

Job Description

As a Software Engineering Intern, individuals will spend several weeks in a training program consisting of both classroom-based and on-the-job trainings. Topics include member service, MSUFCU culture and philosophies, product knowledge, career development, computer systems, and compliance. This is a learning position which performs a variety of functions specific to the department that corresponds with the intern’s field of study. This individual will be assigned a department specific project to complete during their time as a Software Engineering Intern. Software Engineering Interns will have the opportunity to meet with management and leadership to learn about the corporate culture while gaining hands-on business experience.

The MSUFCU internship program is designed to support interns in developing career readiness competencies as defined by NACE. Throughout the internship program, interns will gain hands-on experience and enhance essential skills that prepare them for success and career growth. Interns will have the opportunity to develop competencies in career and self-development, communication, critical thinking, equity and inclusion, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, and technology.

Work Location: Remote; selected individual must reside within the state of Michigan and travel to initial one-day training at MSUFCU Headquarters campus in East Lansing, MI

Work Schedule: Part-Time 15-25 hours/week; Hours will be scheduled based on student’s school schedule and business hours (8:30AM – 5:00PM Monday-Friday)

Paid Hourly Internship – $20.00/hour

Duration: Spring Semester – Beginning January 7th, with potential to continue into future semesters

An offer of employment with MSU Federal Credit Union and affiliates is contingent upon the agreed work arrangement (onsite/hybrid/remote) and work location. MSU Federal Credit Union may or may not be able to accommodate temporary or permanent changes to work arrangements or allow employment outside the city and/or state of residency in which the new hire resides at the time of offered employment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist in the research, development, programming, and ongoing maintenance of MSUFCU banking core, mobile or web-based systems including the various MSUFCU owned websites, ComputerLine home banking, core banking system, mobile applications, internal java applications, as well as the employee intranet.
Assists in identifying requirements and constraints, developing user interfaces, and creating or modifying database components.
Writing, testing, and documenting code while completing projects on time.
Communicates programs and projects to other developers and presents to project stakeholders.
Participate in training activities within your department or branch and with the learning and talent development department; such training helps to ensure staff compliance with Credit Union policies and state and federal regulations and laws.
Perform other duties and assist other employees, as assigned.

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Actively pursuing Associate or Bachelor degree in related field of study
Displays high level of integrity
Seeks continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means
Ability to be a self-starter and work successfully in a team-oriented environment
Displays high level of creativity and innovation
Fosters a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment
Careful attention to detail
Understanding of best practices and industry standards for application, web and/or mobile -based design, content, tools, and forms.
Knowledge of and ability to apply user experience principles to design.
Motivation to constantly learn about advances in user-driven application, web and mobile design.
Helpful to possess knowledge of responsive and/or adaptive design techniques, typography, and persona development (user/case development).
Helpful to possess knowledge of modern development standards, techniques, and methodologies (Java, PHP, HTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.).

Competencies:

Core Competencies that must be demonstrated by all include Communicate, Navigate Change & Evolve, Solve Problems & Make Decisions, Plan, Prioritize, and Achieve, and Collaborate.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

May be required to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Ability to operate standard office technology, equipment and tools, which may include many hours of computer and phone usage.
Frequently needs to move about inside or outside of an office area
Exposure to potentially hazardous condition, i.e. robbery. Receives detailed instructions and procedures to be followed to minimize the exposure
Frequently moves equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds for transport between areas of buildings.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and MSU Federal Credit Union reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as MSUFCU may deem appropriate.
MSUFCU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.