College Student -Software Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Incentive programs

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space Systems is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern in SW engineering. You will work with a senior engineer to develop automation tools and test scripts for the system testbed lab. The tools improve lab operations and efficiency, with candidates expected to know Python, Java, C/C++.

The position requires US citizenship and will be located onsite at a Sunnyvale, CA facility with government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Graduation Timeline: Must be returning to school for at least one semester or quarter following the internship.
• Programming Skills: Foundational knowledge in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.
• CS Fundamentals: Basic understanding of data structures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Work with a senior engineer to develop automation tools and test scripts for the system testbed lab.
• Create automation tools to improve lab operations for efficiency.
• Contribute to software development tasks in a dynamic internship setting.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

JavaScript

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in CS/CE/Software Eng

Job description

Standard Job Description

Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.

Standard Job Description

Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.

Lockheed Martin Space Systems is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern in SW engineering Discipline. In this role, you will work with the senior level engineer to develop automation tools and test scripts for the system testbed lab. The automation tools enable lab’s operation more effectively and efficiently. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of Python, Java, C/C++ skills. Must be a US Citizen.; This position will require government security clearance. This position is located at a Sunnyvale, CA facility working onsite in a classified closed area.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.


• Graduation Timeline: Must be returning to school for at least one semester or quarter following the internship (not graduating immediately before the summer).


• Programming Skills: Foundational knowledge in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.


• Computer Science Fundamentals: Basic understanding of data structures (like arrays, lists, and trees) and algorithms.

Desired Skills

• Project Experience: Personal, academic, or open-source coding projects outside of regular coursework.


• Version Control: Familiarity with Gitlab for collaborative development.


• Problem Solving: Ability to work through technical challenges and debug simple code.

Pay Information

• Full-Time Salary Range: $25.18 - $35.19

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)


• 401(k) match


• Paid time off


• Holidays


• Parental Leave


• EAP


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Education Assistance


• Life Insurance


• Short-Term Disability


• and Long-Term Disability


• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.


• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.