Summer 2026 Intern – Software Engineer

Empower is a leader in financial planning and retirement solutions, committed to helping people achieve financial freedom. As a Software Engineer Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in software development while working on meaningful projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities Assist in designing and building small- to medium-sized development projects using both traditional coding tools and no-code/low-code platforms Support front-end development tasks, contributing to UI components and learning modern frameworks and design practices Work with mentors and project stakeholders to understand requirements and help translate them into simple, functional technical solutions Participate in hand-on development activities, including configuring tools, testing features, documenting work, and preparing demos Identify opportunities to streamline processes and propose improvements as you learn our systems and development approach Skills Currently enrolled in a college or university (Bachelor's or Master's program) Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 Available for full 10-week program (May 27 – July 31, 2026) Must reside near or be able to reliably commute to Hartford, CT (in-person internship) Hands-on experience with front-end software development tools in coursework or projects Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship (CPT/OPT not supported) Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset Self-directed with a proactive approach to learning Professional curiosity and eagerness to explore new tools and ideas Demonstrated accountability and follow-through on individual or team-based goals At least 2 years of academic progress toward a bachelor's degree Expected to graduate and be available for full-time employment by mid-2027 Preferred majors: Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, or other relevant technical fields Company Overview EMPower is a non-governmental agency for social well being. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is