2027 IT Business Systems Intern

Mercury Systems; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury Systems in Andover, MA is seeking an IT-Business Systems intern for May/June to August/September 2027. This onsite internship offers hands-on exposure to digital transformation, workflow optimization, and AI-enabled initiatives, with collaboration across the Business Systems team and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities include documenting processes, gathering requirements for Mendix-based apps (DigiThread), supporting UAT, and preparing materials for reviews and daily standups.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in university pursuing bachelor's or master's in CS or engineering.
• GPA minimum 3.1; transcripts required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient coding in Python, Java, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Interest in business systems, process improvement, AI-enabled technologies.
• Familiar with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, or similar mapping tools.
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Document current and future state workflows for Business Systems.
• Gather requirements for Mendix-based apps (DigiThread) and translate to functional specs.
• Assist with user acceptance testing (UAT), run test scripts, log defects, and validate updates.
• Prepare data and materials for reviews, standups, and stakeholder meetings.
• Create and maintain system docs, user guides, and training materials.
• Support AI-related tasks, document workflows, test internal AI tools, and assist with governance.
• Collaborate to advance productivity, automation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

SQL

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Onsite: Andover, MA

Internship from May/June - August/September 2027

No relocation assistance or housing provided

Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated IT-Business Systems intern to support a variety of digital transformation, workflow optimization, and AIrelated initiatives. This internship is ideal for a senior year student interested in business process analysis, lowcode application development, and emerging technologies. You will work closely with the Business Systems team and crossfunctional partners to document processes, support system enhancements, and contribute to productivity and automation projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with business process documentation, including mapping currentstate and futurestate workflows for Business Systems initiatives.
• Support requirements gathering for Mendixbased applications (including DigiThread), helping translate user needs into clear functional requirements.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) by executing test scripts, recording defects, validating system updates, and ensuring solutions meet business expectations.
• Prepare materials, data, and analysis for Business Systems reviews, daily standups, stakeholder meetings, and project updates.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including user guides, training materials, process instructions, and knowledgebase content.
• Support emerging AIrelated responsibilities, such as gathering use cases, documenting workflows, testing internal AI tools, and assisting with AI governance materials.
• Collaborate with Business Systems team members to help advance internal productivity, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or engineering
• A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient coding skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, and SQL or related languages
• Interest in business systems, process improvement, lowcode platforms, or AIenabled technologies
• Familiarity with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, or other processmapping applications
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams

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Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience, which may include coursework, class projects, internships, or parttime roles within manufacturing

Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

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