Summer Intern, Application Development

• Competitively Paid Internship
• Award-Winning Culture
• Paid Holidays
• Mentorship Opportunities and Hands-On Training
• Networking with Industry Leaders
• All-Expense-Paid Trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX (Summer Interns Only)

As an Application Development Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced technology professionals to develop and enhance a fast-paced, client-facing application that supports tax-related processes, project management, and client collaboration. You’ll gain hands‑on experience contributing to software solutions that improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and directly impact the client experience. Our primary technologies are .NET and C#, React and Type Script, and Microsoft Azure.

• Assist in developing, testing, and enhancing features for a client-facing software application.
• Collaborate with experienced software engineers to build and improve scalable, reliable software solutions.
• Gain exposure to full-stack development, including front‑end and back‑end technologies.
• Participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and testing to improve application performance and user experience.
• Contribute to projects that streamline business processes and enhance the overall client experience.
• Work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment while gaining hands‑on experience with real‑world software development.

• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related study.
• Programming coursework or experience building software through class projects, personal projects, open‑source contributions, or prior work.
• Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship
• Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8
• Minimum of 6 – 12 Technical credit hours depending on practice
• Tax or accounting experience is not required.

• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to explain your work, ask questions, respond to feedback, and collaborate with teammates.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage ambiguity, and make progress in a fast‑moving engineering team.
• Ability to work independently on a defined task and seek guidance when needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.

• Valid driver's license required.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

disability/veteran

At Ryan, the world’s largest firm dedicated exclusively to business tax services, we’re redefining what it means to start a career in professional services. As a global leader not only in tax consulting but also in cutting‑edge tax software innovation, we’re looking for bright, driven individuals who are going to help shape the future of our industry. Our award‑winning internship program offers opportunities across more than 35 departments, ranging from consulting and technology to operations and beyond.

With positions available in over 35 locations worldwide, Ryan interns gain hands‑on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one. Recognized with the Handshake Early Talent Award and named among Vault’s Top Internship Programs, Ryan’s internship experience is designed to be more than just a summer or spring opportunity, it’s the beginning of a career path.

Many of our interns go on to join Ryan full‑time, contributing to our mission of delivering the best tax services and software solutions in the world. Join us, and discover how far your potential can take you.