Minnesota State University-Mankato -- Software Engineer Intern 2026
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Maverick Software Consulting
Mankato, MN, US
Summary
You will join a software development team to help clients build and test software applications. The role involves active participation in development and testing tasks rather than performing administrative or busy work.
Job Description
Maverick Software Consulting is looking for talented and highly motivated students to work with our clients while taking classes.
Help our clients build and test software using...
- Java Software development (Java, Spring, Eclipse, etc.).
- Microsoft Software development (.NET, C#, Visual Studio, etc.).
- Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, TypeScript, Azure, GCP, etc.).
- Cloud Development (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
- Automated Software testing (Selenium, Java, C#, Apache JMeter, etc.).
You will be part of a software development team helping our clients develop and test their software. We’ll train you, let you work a flexible schedule, and pay you better than most student jobs out there. This experience is what employers are looking for.
See what some of our students have to say... https://www.mavericksoftware.com/students
Provides training to help bridge the gap between what is taught in college and what an entry level software engineer really needs to know. Real world software development and testing experience. Not doing “busy” work. We are part of our clients software development and testing teams.
Flexible schedule - employees set their own schedules.
Qualifications
- Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior (with at least 8 months left before gradation)
- Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems or related field.
- Hours - 20 hours a week while you are taking classes.
- Hours - 40 hours a week over the summer.
- Self-motivated, quick learner, enthusiastic, and eager to apply knowledge.
Maverick Software Consulting has a strategic focus on developing entry-level IT talent that aligns with our clients growth. We promote a learning culture with high engagement, our services are cost-effective, reducing turnover and fostering long-term efficiencies for our clients.
Long-term Investment in Workforce vs. Immediate Staffing Solution
• Building a pipeline of entry-level IT employees is a strategic approach, where the client invests in the future of its workforce.
• This approach aligns with the client's growth strategy and helps in creating a stable and predictable talent development cycle. It also fosters a culture of learning and internal promotion, which can lead to higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
Cost Considerations
• Developing entry-level talent is more cost-effective over time. Reduced hiring costs due to lower turnover rates, as employees feel more loyal to a company that has invested in their growth.
• Maverick students hired by the client have between 1 to 3 years of experience in the company's specific technologies and processes, which can lead to greater efficiencies and lower operational costs in the long run.
Focus on Entry-Level Talent vs. Experienced Professionals
• We are focused on entry-level talent development. We help individuals who are at the beginning of their careers. These candidates may not have a lot of practical experience, but they bring fresh perspectives and are willing to invest their own time to learn new skills.
• The process of nurturing new talent involves structured training programs, mentorship, and gradual integration.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
Maverick Software Consulting has a strategic focus on developing entry-level IT talent that aligns with our clients growth. We promote a learning culture with high engagement, our services are cost-effective, reducing turnover and fostering long-term efficiencies for our clients.
Long-term Investment in Workforce vs. Immediate Staffing Solution
• Building a pipeline of entry-level IT employees is a strategic approach, where the client invests in the future of its workforce.
• This approach aligns with the client's growth strategy and helps in creating a stable and predictable talent development cycle. It also fosters a culture of learning and internal promotion, which can lead to higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
Cost Considerations
• Developing entry-level talent is more cost-effective over time. Reduced hiring costs due to lower turnover rates, as employees feel more loyal to a company that has invested in their growth.
• Maverick students hired by the client have between 1 to 3 years of experience in the company's specific technologies and processes, which can lead to greater efficiencies and lower operational costs in the long run.
Focus on Entry-Level Talent vs. Experienced Professionals
• We are focused on entry-level talent development. We help individuals who are at the beginning of their careers. These candidates may not have a lot of practical experience, but they bring fresh perspectives and are willing to invest their own time to learn new skills.
• The process of nurturing new talent involves structured training programs, mentorship, and gradual integration.
Founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Minneapolis, MN
