Watch your work come to life with landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global multi-disciplinary engineering firm, we specialize in highly technical buildings and the systems that bring them to life. We currently have an opportunity for a Software Developer (Innovations)Summer Intern to join our NY Office.
Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting for a learning opportunity as an intern. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedules and fun social events, it's everything you'll need for an exciting, challenging and rewarding summer internship.
Software Developer Intern
Responsibilities:
As a Software developer, you should be interested in driving innovation throughout the AEC industry. This position will report to the Innovation Program Manager and will work with other staff members locally and nationally to help fast-track the development phase for several in-progress innovation projects.
Some responsibilities include:
- Proficiency in programming for web and/or mobile applications, demonstrating a clear understanding of software development principles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages and frameworks commonly used in web and/or mobile application development, such as but not limited to ReactJS, JavaScript, Python, HTML/CSS, Java, Swift, or Kotlin.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and best practices in code organization and documentation.
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug code efficiently, with a strong attention to detail to ensure the reliability and performance of applications.
Internship Requirements:
The ideal candidate will enjoy a team environment and also flexible enough to work independently where needed. Candidates for this role will be eager to learn and will expand their knowledge and hands-on experience by challenging themselves and using the highly technical resources around them.
Additional job requirements:
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, actively contributing to discussions and offering creative solutions to programming challenges.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies, with a strong desire to expand skills in software development.
- Effective communication skills, enabling clear articulation of ideas and efficient collaboration with team members.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a deadline driven fast-paced environment.
- Flexible and proactive in taking on assignments and responsibilities.
Benefits:
As an employee of Syska Hennessy, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, to advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.
As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide our full-time employees with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy includes:
- Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
- 401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
- Training and professional development courses
- Professional development incentive bonuses
- Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- Transit/parking employer stipend
- ½ day work from home Fridays all year long
At Syska, we promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.
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The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting. Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, skillsets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.
Skills Required
- Programming proficiency for web and/or mobile applications
- Understanding of software development principles
- Proficiency with web or mobile development languages and frameworks such as ReactJS, JavaScript, Python, HTML/CSS, Java, Swift, or Kotlin
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
- Knowledge of code organization and documentation best practices
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug code efficiently
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
- Flexible and proactive approach to assignments and responsibilities
Syska Hennessy Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Syska Hennessy Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Syska Hennessy Group.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Half‑day Fridays, paid holidays, and a generous PTO program are emphasized across materials. Flexible work schedules further support time away.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Exam-fee reimbursement, paid study time, and incentive bonuses for select credentials are explicitly offered. These benefits connect compensation to licensure and professional growth, reducing early‑career costs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with pre‑tax and Roth options and an employer match is advertised. Descriptions characterize the match as competitive for mid‑sized engineering firms, strengthening long‑term savings.
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What We Do
Consult ■ Engineer ■ Commission At Syska Hennessy Group, we create exceptional environments. By combining our expertise with all of the next generation tools that technology has to offer, we provide high performance engineering, consulting and commissioning solutions for the built environment. We are committed to being the best, to advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity and commitment. Through our highly collaborative approach, we engage with our clients to help them meet their challenges head on. We embrace social responsibility, both in our workplace and in our design practice. Syska Hennessy Group has been ranked in ENR's Top 500 Design Firms Sourcebook as the #1 data center designer. We are proud of our portfolio of international projects which include some of the world’s most technically sophisticated buildings. To find out how we can help drive your business' success in a challenging economy, contact us
