Co-Op - IT - Software Engineering

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. Our co-op programs give young professionals the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of New York electricity markets, bulk electricity systems and how we plan for New York State’s energy future.

The NYISO is seeking a Software Engineering Co-Op to develop a replacement for an existing file-integration application. Guided by an established technical design, the student will participate in the full software delivery lifecycle, from understanding business and technical requirements through development, testing, implementation, documentation, and transition to ongoing support.

The replacement application will use database-backed configuration to make file-movement changes more efficient and reduce the need for code changes and full software deployments. The design will also improve recoverability when errors occur and establish a reusable approach for similar integrations. This assignment offers meaningful ownership of a production-oriented software solution and broad collaboration with technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

- Review the current application’s purpose, workflows, dependencies, and technical design.

- Confirm requirements with technical and business stakeholders.

- Review the proposed architecture and implementation approach.

- Document technical decisions, assumptions, and open questions.

- Translate the approved design into user stories and acceptance criteria.

- Develop the replacement application using NYISO development, security, review, and source-control practices.

- Use AI-assisted development tools as an engineering aid while applying established development standards.

- Collaborate with database, infrastructure, software engineering, quality assurance, and business partners.

- Perform developer testing and resolve identified defects.

- Support validation in quality-assurance environments.

- Partner with quality-assurance professionals to define repeatable functional tests.

- Automate appropriate tests for future patches and enhancements.

- Create technical, operational, configuration, and support documentation.

- Contribute to cutover, rollback, and implementation planning.

- Support production implementation and knowledge transfer to the supporting team.

Qualifications

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.

- Rising junior or senior standing.

- Foundational programming and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to learn unfamiliar code, systems, and technical processes.

- Ability to communicate clearly, document work, ask questions, and collaborate with technical and business partners.

- Coursework or project experience in databases and software engineering is preferred.

- Experience with Java and Spring Boot is preferred.

- Experience with SQL and relational database concepts is helpful.

- Familiarity with source control, automated testing, APIs, or systems integration is preferred.

- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot is a plus.

- Strong attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned deliverables.

The NYISO offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance. This internship will be a hybrid program, with the expectation that employees will be local to the Albany, NY area.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Salary Range $22 — $35 USD