Co-Op/Intern - Software Engineering

AutoStore™ holds a simple yet powerful vision: to store and move things for everyone, everywhere. Founded in Norway, we've grown into a global technology company. AutoStore uses advanced software to automate and orchestrate order fulfillment. Our goal is to ensure orders arrive faster than ever, with minimal environmental impact. That’s how we help brands exceed customer expectations.  

We have more than 1600 systems in nearly 60 countries, and we grow continuously as a community of employees, partners, customers, suppliers, and connected technologies. Automation should make life easier, and by listening carefully to our community, we innovate to meet the industry’s most complex needs. With AutoStore™, brands gain speed, efficiency, and improved workplaces. And much more floor space.  

AutoStore – moving things forward.

The Role

As a Software Engineering Co-op you will contribute to building and maintaining reliable, scalable software systems that support warehouse automation and customer operations. During this 4 to 6-month co-op experience, you will work alongside experienced software engineers to develop production-quality software, enhance platform capabilities, and gain hands-on experience with APIs, telemetry, analytics, and modern cloud technologies.

This role provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while developing technical skills in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications and services.

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code under the guidance of experienced engineers.

• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve software quality.

• Support the development and enhancement of APIs and system integrations.

• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving software issues.

• Contribute to telemetry, monitoring, and observability initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, product, and operations teams.

• Participate in Agile development activities such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Document technical designs, implementation details, and testing results.

• Learn and apply software engineering best practices, tools, and development methodologies.

Key Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

• Eligible to participate in a 4 to 6-month full-time co-op program.

• Completed coursework in data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, or related software engineering topics.

• Experience with at least one programming language such as TypeScript, C#, Java, Python, C++, or a similar language through coursework, personal projects, or internships.

• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.

• Basic understanding of software development fundamentals and debugging techniques.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Must not require visa support to work in the USA

We Offer:

AutoStore believes in taking care of employees and is dedicated to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Join us in our mission to store and move things for everyone, everywhere.  

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution 

• Generous Paid Time Off including 12 holidays, paid exercise time, paid volunteer time, and paid parental leave plans for all new parents 

• Retirement 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary profit sharing contribution 

• Educational assistance and professional development programs, including mentorship/coaching programs with external industry leaders 

• Additional benefits include Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Additional Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance programs, and more! 

AutoStore is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.