Company: FedEx Services
Job Title: Intern Information Technology - Pittsburgh
Job Requisition Number: RC418582
Category: Intern
Pay Type: Non-exempt
Locations:
Coraopolis, Pennsylvania 15108
United States

Are you ready for your career to take flight with FedEx? Join us for our 10-week internship program where you work on real-world projects, collaborate with team members, and have fun along the way. At FedEx, our internship program is for college students who are pursing either an undergraduate or graduate degree. As a FedEx intern, you will be working on projects directly related to your degree getting you valuable, real-world experience. Our culture at FedEx, is putting people first. We promote growth and opportunity for all of our employees. FedEx interns will also have the opportunity to participate in several organized events including community service, executive speaking engagements, and networking opportunities. Deliver what’s next in your career with FedEx by applying today!

Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent. Student has completed at least two years toward a college degree. Completion of a college degree OR enrollment as undergraduate or graduate student in business, business analytics, management, finance, economics, information security/science/technology, information systems, computer science, engineering, statistics, or other related major.

Position Information
Operating an extensive global computer network, the FedEx Services IT department contains approximately 5,000 professionals. IT positions range from highly technical to more business-focused, including but not limited to the following:

• 
  Application Development
• Business Analyst
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Customer Technology Consultant
• Database Administration
• Data Science
• Development
• Information Security
• IT Architecture
• Project Management/SAFe Agile
• Software Engineering
• Supply Chain
• System Administration
• Systems Support
• Technical Analysis

Full-time internship opportunity from June 2022 to August 2022 This position can be domiciled remotely. This job posting is multiple areas within IT.

Technical Roles

Under close supervision, the successful candidate will apply modern technology to assist with development of computer programs and applications for real-world FedEx business initiatives. Projects may involve mobile applications, web development, Quality Assurance testing automation, big data platforms, revenue systems, and/or architecture development. Technologies used may include Tibco, Hibernate, ICEFACES, Ab Initio, Hadoop, Platfora, Spotfire, Java/J2EE & related frameworks, JMS, JavaScript, HTML5, .Net, C, C++, C#, Oracle, Weblogic, JBOSS, JDBC, subversion, and/or Query Languages such as PL/SQL. The candidate may complete root cause analysis as well as test, document, and implement IT projects for FedEx IT initiatives. Individuals may also perform database design, database support, and systems enhancements. Individuals will work either on a team of 3-6 interns or on individual project assignments.

What are we looking for in a summer intern?

• Solid foundation in computing
• Knowledge and/or experience with one or more of the following: Java/J2EE & related frameworks, JMS, JavaScript, HTML5, .Net, C, C++, C#, Oracle, SharePoint, Weblogic, JBOSS, JDBC, subversion, and/or Query Languages such as PL/SQL.
• Knowledge and/or experience with one of the following: system administration, systems applications, systems architecture, database administration, and technical requirements analysis.
• Familiarity with Unix, Linux or Windows administration and scripting.
• Familiarity with designing and evaluating IT solutions.
• Hardware and software technical background.
• Experience in IT or Information Security.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including technical writing.
• Basic understanding of business principles and project management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete large volumes of work efficiently and effectively.

The following are considered a plus:

• Enrollment as undergraduate at junior year or above or graduate student in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering, Programming, Information Security, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Information Engineering, Business Analysis, Data Structures and Analysis, or other quantitative major.
• Ideally, plans to graduate within 12 months of completing the internship and begin full-time employment.

Business Analyst and Project Management/SAFe Agile-Focused Roles
Under close supervision, the successful candidate may assist with technology industry research, global business intelligence, and emerging trends analysis. Work may also include analysis of specific business metrics and research/analysis of data, industry trends, and market information. The project may relate to a mobile app, geo-fencing, revenue systems, or another initiative. Individuals will work on an agile team.

The successful candidate may assist with one or more of the following:

• Conduct data analytics, report development, and/or research for FedEx IT initiatives.
• Interact with business partners and/or IT staff to gather, plan, design, implement, and document software requirements for a FedEx IT project matched to business needs, systems functions, and business process flows.
• Address customer problems or requests for information on customer automation systems, FedEx software and/or FedEx deployed technologies.
• Analyze business needs, implement customer solutions and provide technical product support.
• Measuring and analyzing trends and validating need for process changes to maintain optimum customer support and satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Business and project/program management skills, Agile Methodologies; organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and monitor ongoing results; leadership skills.
• Basic knowledge of one or more of the following: the software development process, systems applications and architecture, networking, Query Languages, “R,” MATLAB, Python, C++, objective-C, C#, Swift, Java, iOS/Android Mobile development, and SQL.
• Analytical and research skills; knowledge and/or experience with statistics or big data and report design/development.
• Knowledge or experience with one or more of the following: data analytics, forecasting/modeling, strategy planning, and project management.
• Experience in analytical/quantitative business, operations, or economics; coursework or experience in global studies.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of data (quantitative and qualitative).
• Ability to solve business and technical customer-related issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; presentation skills; knowledge of PowerPoint or Prezi and the Office suite.

The following are considered a plus:

• Enrollment as undergraduate at junior year or above or graduate student in Business, Management, Project Management, Supply Chain, Transportation, Operations, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Business Analysis, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering, or other related major.
• Ideally, plans to graduate within 12 months of completing the internship and begin full-time employment.

Make sure your resume has the following information:

• College address and permanent home address.
• Email address.
• Telephone number.
• The following regarding the degree you are currently pursuing and any previous undergraduate or graduate degrees:
  • Name of college/university.
  • Degree (For example, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or doctorate).
  • Major and/or minor.
  • Overall GPA.
  • Major GPA.
  • Date of intended graduation (Month and year).

Expected Internship Program Timeline

• Interviews typically occur October-January.
• Offers are typically extended October-February.
• Internship occurs early June-mid-August.

Domicile Location:
This position can be domiciled in the Pittsburgh, PA area or remote.
The ability to work remotely within the United States may be available based on business need.
Relocation assistance not available.

The company does not offer immigration sponsorship for the permanent position(s) that will be offered to successful interns who are hired into the Foundations Program or full-time entry level positions (below the SK salary band).

FedEx. Where now meets next.

Our vision is to be the earth's most engaged advocates of connected commerce where open borders, new markets and fair, sustainable practices are the norm for the billions of personal supply chains being managed every day in our always on, mobile-first world. We stand for ease, access and opportunity. We lead purposeful innovation, champion entrepreneurs, advocate free trade and empower humans and their place in the era of autonomy and AI. We fight for our customers, a more sustainable planet and an ethical playing field.

FedEx inspires its more than 570,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040.

FedEx has been recognized on many different lists both for business success and for being a great employer:

• Fortune "World’s Most Admired Companies" – 2021
• Forbes "Best Employers for Diversity" - 2021
• LinkedIn "Top 100 Companies" - 2021
• TIME "100 Most Influential Companies" - 2021
• World HRD Congress "Best Gender Equality Workplace" – 2021
• InsiderPro ComputerWorld "Best Places to Work for IT" – 2021

FedEx Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics disability, or protected Veteran status.

FedEx Services does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. Further, FedEx Services is prepared to make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the desired position, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.