Job Description

Department: TechnologyOur Company PromiseWe are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.:Internship Program for Individuals with Autism - Data Engineer Summer 2025 Intern - RemotePlease print/save the job description because it wonxe2x80x99t be available after you apply.To be considered, please ensure that you attach a resume to your application.The Campus Reach Neurodiversity Internship Program is designed for neurodivergent individuals with autism. This tailored program will provide valuable work experience, career coaching, and mentorship. From the time an application is submitted to the end of the summer internship, students will be supported to showcase and grow their strengths, abilities, and potential fully.Who should apply? We welcome applications from college students on the autism spectrum and are interested in developing their technology skills in a supportive, growth-oriented internship environment.Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. We entrust our Interns working in Technology to make an impact on their Team in real-time projects, work collaboratively with other Technology Interns and workgroups, make progress to achieve Company initiatives, and deliver on our Company Purpose of connecting People to whatxe2x80x99s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel, all while having fun and developing yourself as a future professional.As an Intern, you can expect to:Join Southwest as a Summer 2025 Intern, with a 12-week internship lasting from May 20th to August 8th, 2025.Work fully remote, with opportunities to connect with your Team and other workgroups virtually and potential to travel to visit our Corporate Campus in Dallas, Texas.There is limited group of states or localities ineligible for Employees to regularly perform their work off-site. Those ineligible locations are Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming.If you currently reside in an ineligible state, you may relocate to an eligible state and be considered for an internshipDedicate 40 hours each week to your internship responsibilities and tasks.Receive hourly pay of $31 and receive a one-time $2,000 stipend (Paid $1,000 on first paycheck and $1,000 at midpoint of internship)Receive free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel).A Job Coach will be available as a resource to support you during the interview process, as well as throughout the internship.Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.The Intern will work full-time as a Data Engineer Intern within the Technology Department. The Intern may be asked to support a variety of projects within the following Team:Technology PlatformThe Team develops real-time Enterprise data products that are leveraged across several business groups for Customer service and operational efficiency. These data products are mainly developed in the AWS cloud environment using serverless technologies and are leveraged to decisioning, real-time insights and trend analysis.Duties and Responsibilities:The duties and responsibilities of the Data Engineer Intern may include but are not limited to:Analyze, design, write program code, test, document, and implement functionally appropriately, technically sound, and well-integrated application systems in accordance with Customer requirements, and organizational methodologies and standards.Respond to production problems and implement immediate resolution efforts across technology areas.Basic Qualifications:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.Must be at least 18 years of age.Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process.This position requires authorization to work in the United States as a permanent employee without sponsorship now or in the future.Education:Progress toward undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Information Technology, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business, or similar degree required.Progress towards a 4-year undergraduate degree preferredTo be eligible, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time student (minimum of 6 hours) as defined by your university at the time of application and during the internshipAt least one semester remaining at the time the internship ends is preferredMinimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of applicationKnowledge, Skills, Work Style and Abilities:Exposure to Agile methodologies preferred.Classroom and/or industry experience with the full software development life cycle preferred.Classroom and/or industry experience with system and acceptance criteria preferred.Classroom and/or industry experience using at least one programming language preferred.Classroom and/or industry experience using Object Oriented Programming (Java) preferred.Exposure or experience with AWS preferred.Exposure or experience with Python preferred.Previous internship or work experience as a Software Engineer within the past 12 months preferred.Involvement in Software Development clubs a plus.Basic knowledge of development methodologies, practices, concepts, technologies and technical options.Demonstrate programming aptitude and ability for logical and abstract thinking.Facilitate or complete Analysis, design, and programming of viable solutions to high complexity business problems according to user specifications.Ability to stay organized and manage multiple and concurrent assignments under tight deadlines.Works well in a culture that is open, direct, respectful, courteous, and compassionate.Time Commitment and Pay:Required: Full-time 40hrs a weekMust maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a max of 8hrs per day. If selected, youxe2x80x99ll work with your Leader to determine your work schedule.Program Dates: May 20 xe2x80x93 August 8, 2025$31 per hour + $2,000 one-time stipend (Paid $1,000 on first paycheck and $1,000 at midpoint of internship)To apply, you must submit your application and upload a resume for each role online at .We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need accommodation at any point in the hiring process due to a disability, you may or call 877-792-4792.Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
02/02/2025

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