Summer 2026 Software Engineer Intern

Peraton

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Herndon, Virginia, US First seen 1 week, 2 days ago Last seen 7 hours, 12 minutes ago JSearch

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• Support Internal Research & Development projects in communications, space, cybersecurity, defense, health, and mobile domains across Herndon VA, West Lafayette IN, or Blacksburg VA offices. • Required: U.S. citizenship, progress toward a bachelor's in computer science/engineering, hands-on programming experience in object-oriented languages (preferably Java), and strong problem-solving and communication skills. • Work in an Agile environment on requirements development, software architecture, design, development, and testing while collaborating with full-time staff. • Opportunity to earn industry certifications such as Amazon Web Services to enhance technical skills. • Must commit to 10 weeks (June-August) at 35-40 hours per week; ideal candidates are rising juniors/seniors, though strong underclassmen with declared majors are considered.

Required Qualifications: • HS Diploma and some advanced level training. • U.S. Citizenship.

Have completed progress toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field. • Foundational experience in an object-oriented programming language, preferably in Java, and exposure to software engineering processes. • Hands on programming experience through coursework and/or prior internships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and concepts. • Self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player.
Strong written and oral communication skills. Desired Qualifications: • 3.0 and above GPA. • Exposure to Agile software development processes.
Familiarity with web development frameworks and/or database technologies. • Exposure to cloud computing environments. #PeratonIntern Peraton is seeking Summer 2026 Software Engineer Interns to support our Internal Research & Development (IRAD) program which will be conducted in our Herndon, VA, West Lafayette, IN or Blacksburg, VA offices.

Join our Technology and Engineering Software Delivery Center and support exciting, advanced research projects in areas such as communications, space, cybersecurity, defense, health, and mobile. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, supportive environment with our full-time staff, allowing you to grow your skills and your career while building experience in a variety of different projects and domains. You’ll work in an Agile software development environment supporting requirements/story development, software architecture and design, software development, and unit/component testing.

You’ll also get the chance to obtain certifications in leading technologies to enhance your skills, such as Amazon Web Services. We ask that each intern be available to work the duration of the ten weeks (June to August) and commit to working a minimum of 35-40 hours per week. This program is geared toward technical college students, actively enrolled at a four-year university, who will be rising into their junior or senior years.

However, strong underclassmen may be considered if they have declared their major and have completed qualified coursework.

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Company:
Peraton
Location:
Herndon, Virginia, US
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Entry
Source:
JSearch
Status:
Active

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