Freshman Computer Science Summer Internships Jobs in Indiana

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker principles and practices, which include respect for persons, integrity, a commitment to peace and justice, simplicity, and consensus-based community decision-making. Earlham is committed to and proud of being a diverse and inclusive place most clearly visible in our student body: 20% of our student body are international, coming from 60+ nations in 2022, and 24% are domestic students of color. Faculty and staff also bring tremendous diversity to the College; many have lived and worked outside the United States, and they make a point of drawing on those experiences in their interactions with students. Additionally, Earlham makes it a priority to serve as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ+ communities and has a four-star rating on the Campus Pride Index. Our community is characterized by respect for every person and a commitment to social justice. Equity and inclusion are central to Earlham's institutional priorities and our leadership is committed to widening the path to an Earlham education.

Computer Science at Earlham is a dynamic program, with an orientation towards combining experiential education and collaboration with other departments as key components of our approach. We are committed to building an inclusive program that is welcoming to a wide variety of students and faculty. Our students are engaged in a very high level of undergraduate research, application development and system support activity with faculty and the department’s computational systems manager.

• Typical course load: three courses per semester. Upper-division classes generally have no more than 20 students.
• Interest in being involved in undergraduate research, as is an interest in multidisciplinary collaborations. 
• Interest in leading student Applied Groups is highly desirable.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• Candidates in all areas of specialization are welcome.
• Hold a Ph.D. in computer science, or a closely related discipline by the start date. It is possible that candidates who are ABD or, in exceptional circumstances, have equivalent experience, will also be considered.
• Teach courses across the computer science curriculum, such as CS 1, Algorithms, Data Structures, Senior Capstone Project, etc.
• Conduct computer science research involving undergraduate students at Earlham.
• Demonstrate experience with and a passion for innovative teaching.
• Demonstrate ability to contribute to the advancement of Earlham’s Mission and Principles & Practices

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

• Be passionate about the intersection between computer science and the liberal arts.
• Embrace collaboration with fellow Earlham faculty.
• Have experience working with others outside their field.
• Have experience in building diverse and inclusive communities.
• Have teaching/research experience in the area of systems administration, cybersecurity, or artificial intelligence.

Cover Letter

Teaching Statement (maximum of 2 pages)

Research Statement (maximum of 2 pages)

In addition to teaching and research statements, the search committee will request that each candidate provide a 300-500 word statement that describes their ability to contribute to the advancement of Earlham’s Mission and Principles & Practices

Position is open until filled, but applications received by August 31, 2026 are guaranteed full consideration.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service*
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance* 
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Campus Store Discount
• Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra
• Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees
• Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games 
• Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows
• Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees*
• 403(b) Retirement* – For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation.
• Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID

*All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents. 

Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any individual based on race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, religion, or other protected classifications under applicable laws. The College is committed to building a diverse community that reflects the makeup of society and particularly welcomes and supports individuals from historically marginalized groups. As an institution with a Quaker identity, Earlham also encourages applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).

Earlham College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Earlham College Office of Human Resources.

Earlham's Work Authorization Policy

Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.