2027 Software Engineering Intern - Colorado Springs CO

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking interns for the Defense Systems Sector in Colorado Springs, CO. You will engage in MBSE, agile practices, and software architecture work with a team of developers and SMEs.

The program offers hands-on experience, training, and the chance to contribute to strategic programs while pursuing a STEM degree. U.S. citizenship and security eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university and will be enrolled in Fall 2026.
• Pursuing a STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math).
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Able to obtain U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Gain proficiency in Model-based System Engineering (MBSE) and tools like DOORS or Cameo.
• Work in an agile development environment.
• Design and define software system architecture artifacts for new or existing software products.
• Create requirements and trace them to software components.
• Collaborate with a team of software developers and subject matter experts.

Skills

MBSE

Agile

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM (pursuing)

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

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

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. 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 and our shared vision of global security.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Engineers for an internship opportunity. This position will be located at our Defense Systems Sector in Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibliities

• Gain proficiency in Model-based System Engineering (MBSE) and associated tools (e.g., DOORS or Cameo).
• Work in an agile development environment.
• Design and define software system architecture artifacts for new or existing Software Products.
• Requirements creation and tracing to software components.
• Work with a team of software developers, other Software System Engineers and SME’s (subject matter experts).
• The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Strategic Deterrent Systems Division (SDSD).

Basic Qualifications

A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2026.
• Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.70/4.0 or higher.
• Current active Secret Security Clearance or higher.
• Intern Pay Range for Colorado Springs, CO: Bachelor’s: $24.25 to $31.00 per hour Master’s: $34.50- $37.25 per hour

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.

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We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.