Aerospace Software Engineering Intern

AeroVironment; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

Join AeroVironment for a paid Summer Internship Program in software engineering. The 12‑week, onsite internship offers hands‑on projects across AV’s technology portfolio, with mentors and real-world impact. Applicants must be enrolled in college or recent grads with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Relocation and housing reimbursement may be available depending on team and location. Opportunities span multiple AV locations, with details shared during interviews.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong programming knowledge in Python, C++, or Java.
• Familiar with IDEs like Visual Studio, Git, Eclipse, or similar.
• Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components and systems.
• Contribute to development of tools and applications for AV robotics and aerospace platforms.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems teams to integrate and test capabilities.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and use of version control and defect tracking tools.
• Help develop scripts or automation to improve team workflows and efficiency.
• Learn and apply best practices in software development processes, including Agile methodologies.
• Support development of prototypes, simulations, and proof‑of‑concept demonstrations.
• Attend team meetings and learn to estimate development effort and timelines.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data structures

Algorithms

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Eclipse

Job description

Join AeroVironment for a paid Summer Internship Program in software engineering. The 12‑week, onsite internship offers hands‑on projects across AV’s technology portfolio, with mentors and real-world impact. Applicants must be enrolled in college or recent grads with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Relocation and housing reimbursement may be available depending on team and location. Opportunities span multiple AV locations, with details shared during interviews.