Front End Development Intern

Are you ready for what’s next?  

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:  

Position Overview:   

Brunswick’s BI-DesignLab (BIDL or Lab), a member of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) Research Park (RP), is seeking an intern to work with front-end development. 

BIDL is one of Brunswick’s advanced engineering centers. The Lab engages in POC style projects to envision the application of new and developing technologies to the recreational marine market. The Lab has been heavily involved in Brunswick’s autonomy, connectivity, and electrification (ACE) efforts, and is currently leading the charge in developing AI products. 

The Front-End Development Intern will be involved in developing server-side UI for web and mobile applications as well as UI for Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) developed by Brunswick. Front-End team is also responsible for CGI development at the Lab with Unreal Engine and may be expected to learn and work with UIs/HMIs in Unreal. 

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.    

Essential Functions:

Due to the nature of the Lab, it is difficult to capture all the responsibilities and projects accurately. The following list is not exhaustive but alludes to the kinds of workflow that will be expected. 

• Quickly understand problem statements and formulate a variety of possible solutions 

• Work with the teams that develop and deploy software solutions 

• Write and maintain code specific to active projects 

• Participate in code reviews for the Lab 

• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality 

• Triage issues, root cause failures, and coordinate next steps 

• Partner with design to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints 

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.   

Required Qualifications:    

• To be considered for the internship, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States immediately, without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.  

• Currently enrolled at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana in Computer Science, Software Development, Software Engineering

• Coding experience with Python and Java, C, C++, or one other common programming language with the ability to demonstrate or share projects developed in those languages 

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Capability and desire to work with the lab for 2-3 years as an intern (Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior year or equivalent time to graduation) 

• Currently enrolled in a MS or PhD program in Computer Science, Software Development, or Software Engineering at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana

• Prior experience developing with Java or Kotlin and Android Studio or similar app development environment 

• Prior experience developing in Unreal Engine, although experience with Unity or other similar software will be considered 

• Experience with UI development on non-standard applications like MFDs 

• Experience with the Microsoft Azure ecosystem 

Working Conditions:   

Learning Opportunities: Our internships are designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks. 

Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.  

Hours: During summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours in person at the lab each week. Interns must work at least 8 hours in person at the lab each week during the fall and spring terms. You may work up to 20 hours maximum. 

Feedback and Performance Reviews: As an intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement. 

Responsibility: Interns at BI Design Lab are expected to manage their own schedules, set goals, and seek feedback for their professional development.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will depend on multiple factors including year in school, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.  

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.  

Why Brunswick:   

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people.    

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we’re looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.  

Next is Now!  

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] for support. 

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