Application Development Intern - Summer 2027

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Data & Digital Solutions – Intern- Application Development

At RSM, Application Development interns work with large and small companies in various industries. They develop strong working relationships with clients built on understanding their businesses and challenges. As an intern, you will work on multiple team engagements each year, including several pieces of any assignment - not just one part. Working in a mutually respectful team environment helps our associates perform at their best and integrate their career with their personal life. 

As an intern in the Application Development practice, you will work with the team to learn and implement design changes to existing systems and integrate new systems into our client’s infrastructure. Maintaining data integrity procedures, processes and policies is essential as well as a desire to take a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and data cleanup as necessary. 

Examples of the candidate’s responsibilities include: 

• Design and document specifications for data integrations
• Coordinate with client lead users and client engineering teams to test and implement new or modified programs as needed 
• Document requirements and assist in ERP/CRM development in creating ERP/CRM customizations 
• Develop a deeper knowledge on proper coding technique 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or related IT field required  

• Strong conceptual, analytic and problem-solving skills 
• Database Design experience 
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work on multiple projects simultaneously 
• Must be a team player and be able to effectively communicate with staff at all levels of the firm 
• Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations 

• A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Software, CRM or ERP experience 
• Experience with any/all of the following: 

• SSRS 
• MOSS/SharePoint Services 
• Microsoft CRM SDK 
• Programming languages such as VB.net, C#, ASP.NET, and JavaScript 
• Experience with data integration tools 

• Experience with Agile methodologies a plus 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team 
• Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.