API and Portals Intern (2 positions) Requisition Number: 7070 Contact: Andy Bjerkhoel abjerkhoel@mercurypay.com Vantiv (one of the 20 fastest-growing technology firms in America) is seeking engineering interns who are inquisitive and want to build software development, analytical and methodology skills in a highly distributed transaction volume processing environment. The Vantiv APIs and Portals Engineering team develops leading edge distributed technologies intent upon recreating the payment experience. We develop scalable software solutions through an open and collaborative working environment. We are transforming payments through service oriented solutions and value added services which enable third-party developers to integrate to Vantiv's Software as a Service Cloud platform. Our platforms enable everyone from a single mobile application developer to the largest national merchant to effectively manage the payment processing data they care about. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that works across many functional areas including cloud computing, user experience, algorithms, computer architecture, computer networks, distributed computing, high performance computing, parallel processing, database systems and software engineering. QUALIFICATIONS: * Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program and returning to the program after the completion of the internship DESIRED SKILLS: * Experience with algorithm design * Object Oriented Programming * Experience with data structures * Java or C# development * Familiar with TCP/IP and networking * Database modeling is a plus GENERAL FUNCTION: The College Intern will provide support as assigned within the designated line of business. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * As assigned/determined in each area MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED: * Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree program with local College