KAES - Software Engineer Co-Op

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is seeking a part-time Software Engineering Co-op for the Fall term. This opportunity is designed for a student who is interested in applying software engineering concepts in a business environment while contributing to projects that create real value. The co-op will work alongside experienced technology professionals to support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of software solutions that help drive business outcomes.

You will collaborate with software engineers, analysts, and business partners on projects that support KAES operations and innovation initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to learn modern software development practices.

• Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications
• Collaborate with team members to solve technical and business challenges
• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and improving existing applications
• Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and Agile development activities
• Learn and apply software engineering best practices, tools, and technologies
• Contribute to projects that improve efficiency, reliability, and user experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Expected to remain enrolled during the Fall co-op term
• Basic understanding of software development principles and programming concepts
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

• Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, or similar
• Exposure to web application development, cloud technologies, or data solutions
• Experience working on team-based academic, internship, or personal software projects
• Familiarity with source control tools such as Git

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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