About the role#
Ecolab is hiring Digital & AI Technology Interns for a summer 2027 program. You will join a team focused on delivering digital value to customers in areas like water safety and conservation. Depending on your focus, you will work in a Business Analyst capacity to translate business needs into new products or as a Software Engineering intern building applications. This is a full-time, paid internship designed to provide hands-on experience with real-world business challenges.
What you'll do#
- Develop and execute software engineering plans, including scheduling and resource allocation.
- Follow software engineering processes to ensure high-quality development.
- Conduct in-depth analysis and technical review of software and source code.
- Collaborate with business and technical partners to define requirements and capture needs.
- Document business requirements and monitor project success metrics.
- Participate in user testing, pilot testing, and project launches.
- Incorporate usability and user interface design into your work.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's program for Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or Data Science.
- An anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May/June 2028.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work across business, engineering, and R&D teams.
- Experience with visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Basic knowledge of process documentation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Location & details#
- Program term: Summer 2027 (11 weeks starting June 1, 2027).
- Locations: Saint Paul, MN; Eagan, MN; or Naperville, IL.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Note: Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Ecolab
Ecolab provides water, hygiene, and infection prevention services to sectors like healthcare, food, and industrial manufacturing. The company operates in more than 170 countries to help clients manage resources and maintain clean environments. It is a public company based in St. Paul, Minnesota. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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