Enabling Mission Capability at Scale Intern - Summer 2027

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Transit Pass

Family Concierge Services

Fitness Center Access

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute (SEI) invites motivated engineering students to join the Summer 2027 Internship Program in Pittsburgh. You’ll work on mission-critical challenges as part of a high-performance research team, with emphasis on integrating Agentic AI and LLMs to augment software engineering workflows.

You will contribute to prototyping, vulnerability research, and resilience engineering while potentially co-authoring research findings for publication.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree-granting program (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering).
• Ability to work on-site at the SEI Pittsburgh, PA office for the duration of the summer 2027 internship.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prototyping & development: design and implement software prototypes for security and engineering challenges.
• Vulnerability research: analyze codebases to identify weaknesses and attack vectors.
• Resilience engineering: research and implement methods to improve software robustness and system resilience.
• Innovation: develop tools and automated processes to solve complex software problems for the US Government.
• Scholarly contribution: opportunity to co-author research findings for publication.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Agile

LLMs/Agentic AI

Education

CS, CE, EE or SE - degree program (current enrollment)

Tools

Git

Job description

About the SEI

The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) dedicated to advancing the state of software engineering and supporting national security. We solve complex, large-scale problems for strategic government clients by combining rigorous research with disciplined engineering practices.

The Opportunity

We are seeking several highly motivated, intellectually curious engineering students for our Summer 2027 Internship Program. This is not a typical "support" internship; you will be integrated into a high-performance team of researchers and engineers working on mission-critical challenges. As a member of the 2027 Intern Class, you will be expected to operate at the forefront of the industry. We are also looking for candidates who are "AI-Aware"—those who understand how to integrate Agentic AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to augment engineering workflows, accelerate development, and enhance code analysis.

Your Impact

• Prototyping & Development: Designing and implementing software prototypes to address emerging security and engineering challenges.
• Vulnerability Research: Analyzing codebases to identify weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and potential attack vectors.
• Resilience Engineering: Researching and implementing novel methods to improve software robustness and system resilience.
• Innovation: Developing new tools, techniques, and automated processes to solve complex software problems faced by the US Government.
• Scholarly Contribution: Depending on the scope of your project, you may have the opportunity to co-author research findings for publication in academic or industry forums.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a degree-granting program (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering).
• Ability to work on-site at the SEI Pittsburgh, PA office for the duration of the summer 2027 internship.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Proficiency: Strong software development skills in C++ and proficiency in at least one additional language (e.g., C, Python, MATLAB, C#, or Java).
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line environments.
• Engineering Methodology: Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and experience working within Agile frameworks.
• Emerging Tech: Interest in, or experience with, the application of LLMs and Agentic AI to automate or enhance software engineering tasks.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• tuition benefits
• paid time off and observed holidays
• life and accidental death and disability insurance
• free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• fitness center access

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Non-CMU Students

Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Pay Basis

Hourly

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Prospective Employee Disclosures

We are committed to providing an accessible experience throughout our recruitment process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application, interview, or hiring process, please contact Equal Opportunity Services by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].

Carnegie Mellon University isn’t just one of the world’s most renowned educational institutions – it’s also a hotspot for some of the most talented doers, dreamers, and difference-makers on the planet. When you join our staff, you’ll become an important part of our mission to create a healthier, safer, and more just life for all. No matter what your role or location, you’ll connect and collaborate with dedicated, passionate colleagues – and you’ll have the satisfaction of delivering work that truly matters. We cultivate a vibrant, welcoming environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to contribute and achieve. In addition to competitive benefits and a robust support network, you’ll have access to many tools and resources to sharpen your abilities and professional skills, as well as opportunities to engage and share perspectives with a dynamic and inspiring community of uniquely talented staff, faculty, students, and alumni. The future is awaiting your expertise and intellect. Come join the architects of what’s next.