28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016 **_Why Valmont_** **We’re Here to Move the World Forward.** Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. **A Brief Summary of This Position:** Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for an internship position in the Agriculture Division’s Software Engineering Department. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will be responsible for assisting with projects involving our data center operations and enterprise systems application support. Valmont’s internship program mission is to provide a hands-on learning experience through project work, leadership development, job shadowing and interaction with senior leadership. **Essential Functions:** + This position reports to the Director, Software Engineering and has no direct reports or indirect reports + This role requires no travel + Flexible schedule however must be able to work in the office 3 days per week (T, W and T) + Web Application Development: + Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using front-end and back-end technologies. + Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. + Back-End Development: + Support server-side development using languages like Node.js, Python, Java, or PHP. + Work with databases (SQL, NoSQL) to manage and retrieve data efficiently. + Collaboration: + Partner with product managers, UI/UX designers, and software engineers to understand requirements and deliver high-quality features. + Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. + Testing and Debugging: + Identify and resolve bugs to improve application performance and security. + Perform unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure code reliability. + API Development and Integration: + Develop and consume RESTful or GraphQL APIs to connect front-end interfaces with back-end services. + Documentation: + Create and maintain technical documentation for code, APIs, and workflows. **Required** **Q** **ualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):** + Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. + Strong knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+). + Basic understanding of back-end development with Node.js, Python, Java, or similar. + Familiarity with version control systems, especially Git. + Understanding of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility. + Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. + Ability to debug and solve technical issues effectively. + Good written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members. **Highly Qualified Candidates** **Will Also Possess These Qualifications:** + Cumulative Grade Point average (GPA) of 3.0 or greater + Knowledge of server-side frameworks such as Express (Node.js), Django, Flask, or Spring Boot. + Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and deployment pipelines (CI/CD). + Understanding of web security principles (OWASP Top 10) and data protection best practices. + Exposure to containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes. + Experience with DevOps practices or monitoring tools. + Personal projects, GitHub repositories, or contributions to open-source projects demonstrating practical experience. **Benefits:** + Great opportunity to gain career related course work experience from an industry leader + Paid Internship – Valmont values you + Potential development into a regular full-time position + Flexible full-time day shift hours during the summer + A thriving culture in a growing business + Interactive group activities with intern peers **Working Environment and Physical Efforts:** Work is typically performed in an office setting. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. No travel requirements for this position. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. **Benefits** Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following: + Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) + 401k retirement plan with company match + Paid time off + Employer paid life insurance + Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave + Work Life Support + Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year + Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com. Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + That’s the value we add.