2027 Software Developer Intern- Chantilly VA

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Chantilly, VA seeks an internship software developer for the Jenga B Program. You will work on basic software development with Python, JavaScript, and related tools, and use GitLab for code management.

Ideal candidates are full-time students in CS/Engineering/Math, available 10 weeks in summer 2027, U.S. citizens, and able to obtain security clearance. The role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Student enrolled full-time and will be enrolled Fall 2027
• Majors: Computer Science, Engineering, Math or related field
• Available to work full-time for 10 weeks during Summer 2027
• U.S. citizenship required
• Java or C#/C/C++ clearance required to start

Responsibilities

• Develop applications using Python, JavaScript and other tools
• Use GitLab for code management including bug tracking and push to production
• Research and solve problems with minimal supervision
• Create or update documentation as directed
• Collaborate effectively with a remote team

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivated

Writing skills

Education

Pursuing CS/Engineering/Math degree

Tools

Git

PowerShell

MongoDB

Ansible

Linux

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No

Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you’ll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career. We’ll support you with training, professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global security. Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Developer for an internship opportunity. This position will be located at our Mission Systems sector in Chantilly, VA The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Jenga B Program with in Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems

Roles and Responsibilities

• Basic software development experience used to develop applications using Python, JavaScript and other tools based on requirements
• Use GitLab for code management including bug tracking, testing and push to production
• Ability to research, solve problems and carry out tasks with minimal supervision
• Create and/or update documentation / instructions as directed
• Ability to work well remotely with a virtual team

Basic Qualifications

• Be a student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027
• Be majoring in Computer Science, Engineering, Math or related field ONLY
• candidates who have the listed degree majors will meet this BQ. If they do not have one of the listed majors they will not be eligible for consideration for the position.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027
• Have U.S. citizenship
• Java or C# or C/C++ Clearance is required to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
• Previous internship/co-op experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).
• Good presentation and writing/communication skills.
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment.
• Web development (HTML, CSS).
• Preferably experience with any/all of Python Flask web framework, Gunicorn and NGINX
• Familiarity with Linux operating system (package installation/removal, file permissions, network configuration, shell environment etc.)
• Powershell, MongoDB, Ansible, Git
• Exposure to basic networking (e.g. routing/switching and security)

Intern Pay Range

Intern Pay Range: Bachelor’s: $21.50 to $39.00 per hour Master’s: $30.50 to $48.00 per hour campusjobs Primary Level Salary Range: $21.50 - $39.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Benefits

In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Application Process

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.