Sustainability Software Engineering Intern
Oregon State University
Software Engineering
USD 15.05-21.5 / hour
Posted on Oct 15, 2025
Position Information
| Job Title | Sustainability Software Engineering Intern |
|---|---|
| Appointment Type | Student Employee |
| Job Location | Corvallis |
| Position Appointment Percent | 100 |
| Appointment Basis | 12 |
| Pay Method | Hourly |
| Pay Period | 16th - 15th of the following month |
| Pay Date | Last working day of the month |
| Remote or Hybrid option? | |
| Min Hourly Rate | $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) |
| Max Hourly Rate | $21.50 (Standard); $19.50 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) |
| Position Summary | This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Sustainability Software Engineering Intern for the Office of Capital Planning & Development at Oregon State University (OSU). |
| Transferable Skill Development | OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Technology. |
| Position Duties | ● Maintain and develop single-page web applications built with Vue.js ● Implement responsive interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript fundamentals ● Maintain and deploy cloud applications on AWS using services such as Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, ECS, ECR, SAM, and S3 ● Monitor and optimize performance through CloudWatch, SNS, and related AWS tools ● Develop CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions ● Containerize applications using Docker ● Create documentation, training materials, and knowledge-sharing programs ● Read utility meters once per month on OSU’s Corvallis Campus, which involves walking and driving throughout the Corvallis campus, entering mechanical and electrical rooms, and going up and down multiple flights of stairs ● Manage several kiosk computers across OSU’s Corvallis campus ● Join colleagues for various Sustainability Office outreach events and student service projects |
| Minimum Qualifications | Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. |
| Additional Required Qualifications | ● Strong communication skills and the ability to take on projects independently ● Experience working effectively in a collaborative coding environment ● Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines ● Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, and related web technologies ● Solid understanding of Data Structures (CS 261) and Web Development (CS 290) This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. |
| Preferred (Special) Qualifications |
|
| Working Conditions / Work Schedule | Preference is given to applicants with availability through at least Spring 2027. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | P12548SE |
|---|---|
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 12/03/2025 |
| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Posting Date | 10/15/2025 |
| Full Consideration Date | |
| Closing Date | 11/07/2025 |
| Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: ● A Resume ● A Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Myrna Leticia Cavazos Sanchez at leticia.cavazos@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval |