Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - Intel

Palantir Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 101,556 - 121,644; Full time

Job summary

Palantir Technologies is looking for Forward Deployed Software Engineer Interns in Washington, D.C. The interns will work closely with customers to tackle significant challenges using data, developing impactful solutions. You will engage in small teams, owning high-stakes projects from conception to execution.

Applicants should have programming proficiency, a clear interest in data-driven problems, and plan to graduate in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028. An engineering background and active Full Scope Poly clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Active Full Scope Poly Level clearance.
• Planning on graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028.

Responsibilities

• Work in small, cross-functional teams.
• Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects.
• Wrangle massive-scale data and implement algorithms.
• Speak with customer executives and establish strategy.
• Take responsibility for real-world projects.

Skills

Proficiency in programming languages

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams

Education

Engineering background (Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science)

Tools

Python

Java

C++

TypeScript/JavaScript

Job description

Overview

Palantir builds the world’s leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. By bringing the right data to the people who need it, our platforms empower partners to develop life-saving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.

Forward Deployed Software Engineer Interns (FDSE Interns) work directly with customers to quickly understand their biggest problems and design and implement solutions powered by data. Projects often start with an open-ended question such as "How do we evaluate wildfire risk and optimize a power grid?" or "How do we quickly assess our food supply chain and deliver life-saving assistance on time?" As an intern you will apply problem solving, creativity, and technical skills to help organizations use data to drive real impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Work in small, cross-functional teams with minimal supervision


• Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects, from architecture discussions to coding custom web apps


• Wrangle massive-scale data, implement algorithms, and translate insights into actionable solutions


• Speak with customer executives and establish strategy for the team


• Take responsibility for real-world projects and outcomes that customers rely on

What We Value

• Willingness and interest to travel as needed to client sites (25-50% preferred)


• Ability to continuously learn, work independently, and make decisions with minimal direction


• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving objectives


• Eagerness to creatively solve technical problems with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools


• Interest in working with large-scale data to solve valuable business problems

What We Require

• Active Full Scope Poly Level clearance


• Engineering background (Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science)


• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar)


• Planning on graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 – this should be your final internship before graduating

Salary

The salary range for this position is estimated to be $10,000 per month. Total compensation will be determined by individual qualifications, work experience, skills, and other factors. This estimate excludes benefits and potential long-term incentives.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Palantir is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process, please reach out and let us know how we can help.

Please note that you will never be asked to submit a payment or share financial information to participate in our interview process. If you suspect that you’ve been contacted by a scammer, we recommend ceasing all communication with the individual and consider reporting them to the relevant authorities, such as the US FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).