2027 Software Engineering Intern

Description

The company works on defense, national security and space technology.

This is a 10-week summer internship for university students, running from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

You will do hands-on, project-based software work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams.

Placements are available in San Diego, CA; El Segundo, CA; Folsom, CA; Reno, NV; Long Beach, CA; Pittsburgh, PA; Houston, TX; and Denver, CO.

The role sits within the engineering team and covers software development, testing, integration and technical documentation.

Projects may include application or service development, automation, data systems, APIs, testing or other software work, based on current business and engineering priorities.

Responsibilities

• Help design, build, test and maintain software for assigned projects.
• Get up to speed on existing systems, codebases, APIs, databases and development tools as needed.
• Help build features, tools, services or applications.
• Help integrate software components and confirm they work through testing and debugging.
• Write and run test cases or other checks that confirm software meets defined requirements.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve software issues.
• Document technical designs, implementation approaches, test activities and integration steps.
• Work with software, systems, engineering and other cross-functional teams.
• Take part in code reviews, team meetings, technical discussions, training and other learning sessions.
• Suggest ideas for improving software, development processes and team efficiency.
• Finish assigned projects and deliverables accurately and on schedule.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university, ideally studying computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or a related field.
• Show a clear understanding of core software engineering and programming concepts.
• Be proficient in at least one programming language.
• Have a working familiarity with software development principles, APIs, databases or related technologies.
• Bring strong analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Communicate, organize and document work clearly.
• Learn and apply new programming languages, technologies, tools and development environments.
• Travel for an in-person orientation and program kickoff, and for the final presentation at the end of the program.
• To meet U.S. government space technology export rules, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• Preferred: previous internship, coursework, academic project or other relevant software engineering experience.
• Preferred: experience developing software applications, services, scripts or automation tools.
• Preferred: familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Preferred: experience with APIs, databases, cloud technologies or software development frameworks.
• Preferred: exposure to software testing, debugging or continuous integration and deployment practices.
• A plus, depending on project needs: familiarity with AI/ML, data processing, embedded software or other specialized technologies.

Conditions

The program runs 10 weeks, from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

Hourly pay is $23.50-$30.00 per hour, set by academic year, college major, line of business and location.

California pay range: $23.50 - $30 USD.

Nevada pay range: $23.50 - $30 USD.

Minorities, women, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply, and the company may change the scope of the role at any time.

Benefits

• Mentorship, networking and professional development opportunities throughout the program.