Data Processing Systems Engineer Intern

KBR Careers; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Data Processing Systems Engineer Intern to support a Systems Engineering team at the USGS EROS Center. You will contribute to requirements development, design, implementation, and testing activities for mission-critical systems.

You will learn across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle, work with mentors and experienced engineers, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in a mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Assist with requirements development, design, implementation, and test activities for mission-critical systems
• Assist in creating documentation, workflows, and integration plans
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to turn new ideas into reality
• Support system design, integration, and testing activities as needed

Skills

Programming experience (Python)

Systems engineering

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Data Processing Systems Engineer Intern

Belong. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR.

About Us At KBR, we deliver science, technology, and engineering solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions. Our team at the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center supports the Landsat program and other remote sensing initiatives that impact global environmental monitoring and research. We value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.

Why You'll Love This Role

As a Data Processing Systems Engineer Intern, your primary focus will be supporting a Systems Engineering team with requirements development, design, implementation, and test activities. You’ll collaborate with mentors and experienced engineers to contribute to mission‑critical systems. This internship offers hands‑on experience across the systems engineering lifecycle and exposure to cutting‑edge technologies.

What You’ll Gain

During this internship, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle. You’ll work closely with mentors who will guide your professional growth, collaborate with experienced engineers on mission‑critical projects, and learn best practices for building and integrating complex systems. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact while developing skills that set you apart in the engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with requirements development, design, implementation, and test activities for mission‑critical systems
• Assist in creating documentation, workflows, and integration plans
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to turn new ideas into reality
• Support system design, integration, and testing activities as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences

Desired Skills

• This internship is designed to help you learn. Prior experience in all areas is not expected.
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles
• Programming experience (Python or similar)
• Interest in Earth science or space systems
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence

Special Requirements

Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hiring to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account. Experience and/or education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability.

KBR Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.