Murphy USA Software Intern: Earn $25/hr in El Dorado!

Looking to kickstart your tech career with hands-on industry experience? Murphy USA is now hiring Software Interns in El Dorado, Arkansas. This exciting internship opportunity is ideal for students and aspiring software professionals who want to work on real-world technology projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and gain valuable exposure in a fast-paced corporate environment. With competitive hourly pay and practical learning opportunities, this role can help build a strong foundation for your future career in software development and IT.

Job Overview

Job Description

Murphy USA is seeking a highly motivated and innovative **IT Software Engineering Intern** to join our dynamic IT team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work as part of an experienced enterprise application team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where you will gain hands-on experience with the latest technologies, tools, and frameworks.

As an intern, you will contribute to the development, optimization, and enhancement of software solutions that support our business operations. You will have the chance to work with modern technologies including cloud platforms such as Azure and Oracle, and modern programming languages like Python, C#, and REACT. Our team embraces continuous integration, orchestration, DevOps practices, and agile development methodologies, ensuring you gain exposure to the most current industry practices.

If you’re passionate about technology, eager to learn, and excited about working with the latest advancements in the tech world, Murphy USA is the perfect place to FUEL your career in software engineering.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications, integrations, and internal tools that support Murphy USA’s business processes.
• Work alongside software engineers to contribute to coding, testing, and troubleshooting software and related integrations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application functionality and improve user experience.
• Participate in software testing and debugging to ensure software quality and efficiency.
• Support the integration of new features and assist in the automation of workflows and processes.
• Develop scripts or tools to streamline processes, improve software performance, and ensure system reliability.
• Contribute to the documentation of software solutions and assist in maintaining technical documentation for future use.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, bringing fresh ideas and insights to the team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts and software development principles.
• Beginner to intermediate proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, and REACT.
• Familiarity with databases, SQL, and rest APIs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality code.
• Ability to explain, comment, and document coding logic within our strong code review culture
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Use of AI-assisted tools to accelerate development, documentation, and code quality.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Previous internship or project experience in software development is a plus (not required).
• Exposure with version control systems, preferably Git, is a plus (not required).
• Exposure with JavaScript frameworks like React, AngularJS, and familiarity with Azure Cloud is a plus.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automation tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions is a plus.
• This role does not allow for 100% remote work. Qualified candidates must be willing to live within a daily commutable distance of Murphy USA’s headquarters in El Dorado, AR and be willing to work onsite Monday thru Thursday each week.

Selection Process

• Online Application Submission
• Resume Screening
• Technical Assessment or Coding Test
• HR Interview
• Technical Interview with Engineering Team
• Final Selection & Offer Letter

How to Apply

• Visit the official Murphy USA careers page
• Search for “Software Intern” roles in El Dorado
• Review the eligibility criteria and job description
• Prepare and upload your updated resume
• Submit the online application form
• Wait for confirmation and interview communication from the recruitment team