Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare, delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. The company focuses on the health, happiness, and well-being of employees and those served, fostering a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and bring new ideas. As a Software Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 term with McKesson High Volume Solutions Inc., you will contribute to real‑world projects, learn from experienced professionals, and gain hands‑on experience in software development within a dynamic healthcare technology environment.

Internship details: paid, full‑time for 10 weeks, based in Colorado. The program includes networking, access to executives, structured performance coaching, experiential learning, and training from subject‑matter experts.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment of new features and enhancements.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well‑documented code in accordance with established coding standards.
• Assist in identifying and resolving software defects and performance issues.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Learn and apply new technologies, tools, and methodologies relevant to McKesson's software ecosystem.
• Document technical designs, processes, and procedures.
• Engage in team meetings, stand‑ups, and other collaborative activities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Strong foundational understanding of software development principles and data structures.
• Proficiency in at least one object‑oriented programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python, C#).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Prior internship experience or personal projects demonstrating software development aptitude is a plus.

Pay

Base pay range: $17.33 – $28.88 per hour (paid internship).

Schedule

Full‑time, 10‑week internship.