Software Developer Co-op Intern - Fall 2026

Overview

You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual. When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage - helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.

SSOE is seeking a Software Developer Co-op Fall 2026. This is an onsite position in our Toledo, OH office. The role requires daily in-person attendance and remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.

AI and Innovation

As part of our commitment to innovation, all team members will be trained on Microsoft Copilot and empowered to use it as a core tool in their everyday work.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• Build custom software to fit the needs of end users
• Delivers end-to-end solutions to the business with oversight as part of a team
• Collaborates on project plans for new work
• Learns how other teams use technologies
• Learns internal team standards
• Attends meetings with end-users to determine requirements and work with project team on how to proceed.
• Assists with database designs
• Implements interface designs for applications
• Works with APIs
• Learns best practices for chosen platforms
• Performs and/or assists with training and follow-up activities.
• Creates and maintains HOW-TO documentation as it relates to custom applications.
• Supports or trains others to support ongoing maintenance, feature requests, and updates.

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled in an accredited computer science program and completed one or more Computer Science, Computer Programming, Web Development or related classes, or equivalent software projects. Rising Junior or Senior academic year preferred.
• Experience and/or willingness to learn the SSOE standard developer technologies:
• MS SQL Server, .NET, C#, Entity Framework
• ASP.NET, MVC, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery
• WPF, PowerShell
• Participate in our digital platforms:
• Azure DevOps, MS Teams & Copilot, Planner Boards, SharePoint, etc.
• Drive personal results.
• Must be registered with the Office of Professional Experience Program or equivalent Co-op office.
• Salary range: $20-$23 per hour depending on year in school.