Intern, Software Engineer, Lystrup

Terma Group; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Terma Group in Aarhus is inviting students to join as Software Engineer interns for Spring 2027. You will gain hands-on experience by developing and maintaining Java-based backend systems, collaborating with experienced engineers, and contributing to meaningful defense and aerospace projects.

You will work within the Research & Development department, learning robust design, testing, deployment, and structured development practices in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Software Development, Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong English communication and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain quality.
• Interest in Java backend development.

Responsibilities

• Implement and refine backend components in Java.
• Writing unit, component and integration tests
• Participating in code reviews and technical discussions
• Supporting bug fixing and performance improvements
• Contributing to documentation in a structured development environment

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Software Development / Computer Science

Tools

Java

JUnit

Job description

Are you ready to kickstart your career by contributing to cutting-edge defense innovation? Join us to develop your skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, international environment, turning complex challenges into real-world solutions. If you are studying Software Development, Computer Science or a related field and eager to apply your knowledge in practice, this is your opportunity – come and join us!

We are facing an exciting future with considerable growth and demanding changes, as we deliver advanced technologies and mission critical solutions for the defense industry. Our systems provide security for people on land. Therefore, we are looking for an intern to become part of this journey and contribute to our overall purpose – securing people through advanced technology.

Join us for the Spring semester 2027

Your role in our team

At Terma, we offer multiple motivating positions in various departments within our System Engineering organization. As a Software Engineer intern, you will gain hands‑on experience by contributing to the development and maintenance of Java‑based backend systems while applying your theoretical knowledge in practice. Through active participation in ongoing development projects, you will work alongside experienced software engineers and contribute to meaningful solutions within the defense and aerospace domain.

As part of our Research & Development department, you will collaborate closely with development teams working with modern software technologies and structured development practices. You will gain insight into how robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems are designed, implemented, tested, and deployed.

We foster an open, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where knowledge sharing, curiosity, and teamwork are highly valued. You will be supported by experienced colleagues who are committed to helping you develop your software engineering skills and grow as part of our internal talent pipeline.

How you will make a meaningful contribution

• Implementing and refining backend components in Java


• Writing unit, component and integration tests


• Participating in code reviews and technical discussions


• Supporting bug fixing and performance improvements


• Contributing to documentation in a structured development environment

Bring your world class expertise into play

We welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds who are passionate about contributing to a high‑tech company and making an impact. Candidates may be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in fields such as:

• Software Development


• Computer Science


• Software Engineering


• Or a related field of study

Moreover, we are also looking for a new colleague with the following qualifications

• You can communicate in English


• You take pride in making things happen, particularly when identifying and proactively dealing with issues


• You can solve your tasks within set deadlines and with a strong focus on quality and detail, in close cooperation with your colleagues


• You work in a structured manner and can coordinate and manage several things simultaneously without losing track

As a person, you are committed and passionate, thriving both in team settings and when working independently. You bring an outgoing, proactive personality, combined with humor and curiosity, and you take initiative in your daily work.

We are an international company representing world‑class expertise, delivering complex and high‑tech products. We value our colleagues and our meaningful contributions to securing people through advanced technology. You will also experience that we have a strong focus on your development, teaching you useful new competences and further strengthening current ones, both professionally and personally. Our company culture is autonomous and engaging, and we acknowledge the importance of flexibility in a great working environment.

When joining Terma, we promise that you will experience: Great people, challenging tasks, world‑class expertise, and meaningful contribution in your daily work.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) means we actively value and celebrate unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to create an environment where all employees have equal opportunities to succeed, feel respected and valued, and experience a true sense of belonging.

To support an unbiased evaluation process, we kindly encourage applicants to omit personal details such as photos and age from their applications.

Do you have any questions regarding the position?

Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on e‑mail: [e-mail]

Bear in mind, that we need you to confirm that you can obtain a security clearance by the Danish Defense Intelligence Service, and that all adults in your household are not posing any risk to the related risk‑evaluation. This entails among other issues:

• That you have as a minimum stayed within NATO/EU/MISWG countries for the last 7 years only interrupted by short stays abroad, and


• That you have not committed serious criminal offences

Terma group has headquarters in Denmark and is a high‑tech company developing products and systems for defense and non‑defense security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, self‑protection systems for aircraft, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. TERMA | Allies in innovation