GreatAmerica is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth. We have also recently become a bank!
Position Summary:
The Platform Engineering Intern gains hands-on experience with the platforms and DevOps toolchain (ServiceNow, Jira, Azure DevOps, GitHub) that support GreatAmerica's technology operations, working alongside experienced engineers on maintenance, monitoring, automation, and troubleshooting.
The ideal candidate has an interest in cloud technologies, infrastructure, and automation, and in the reliable operation of enterprise technology platforms. GreatAmerica's internship program is designed to build foundational technical and business knowledge while building bench strength for our platform engineering roles. Our internships often turn into full-time employment opportunities for students!
Essential Functions:
Collaborate with platform engineers to support the configuration, maintenance, and improvement of GreatAmerica's core enterprise platforms.
Assist with automation and CI/CD pipeline exposure (Azure DevOps, GitHub) and help troubleshoot and resolve platform issues.
Write SQL queries and assist in optimizing database interactions in support of platform data and reporting needs.
Document technical processes, configuration standards, and contribute to the team's knowledge base.
Relevant Coursework/Experience:
Cloud computing, networking, and systems administration fundamentals
Database concepts and SQL
RESTful APIs, JSON, and HTTP protocols
DevOps, automation, and cybersecurity fundamentals
Position Qualifications
Skills and Abilities
SQL and SQL Server Management Studio, exposure to a major cloud platform such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or GCP, familiarity with a scripting or programming language (PowerShell, Python, Bash or similar), strong communication, collaboration, and troubleshooting skills; comfortable asking questions and learning new tools, basic familiarity with Git and source control workflows, exposure to CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, and Microsoft Windows/Office ecosystem.
Education: Pursuing Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or other relevant technical degree
Experience: Familiarity with software languages/platforms listed above
Competencies:
For all GreatAmerica team members: Honesty/Integrity, Customer Oriented, Accountability, Tenacious, Communication Skills (Oral & Written), Adaptability
For this position: Creative, Detail-Oriented, Goal-Oriented, Systems Analysis, and Technical Aptitude
At GreatAmerica, we’re looking to grow our business through our people. Are you looking to grow your career? If so, submit your application at www.greatamerica.com/careers.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or another relevant technical field
- Knowledge of cloud computing, networking, and systems administration fundamentals
- Knowledge of database concepts and SQL
- Familiarity with SQL and SQL Server Management Studio
- Exposure to a major cloud platform such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
- Familiarity with PowerShell, Python, Bash, or a similar scripting or programming language
- Basic familiarity with Git and source control workflows
- Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, and HTTP protocols
- DevOps, automation, and cybersecurity fundamentals
- Strong communication, collaboration, and troubleshooting skills
- Familiarity with software languages and platforms listed in the posting
What We Do
GreatAmerica is a $2 billion national commercial equipment finance company dedicated to helping manufacturers, vendors, and dealers be more successful and keep their customers for a lifetime. Incorporated in 1992, GreatAmerica has a staff of over 500 employees. It is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and has offices in Minnesota, Georgia, and Missouri. We provide financing and consulting services in all fifty states and some U.S. Territories.
