Full-Stack Software Development Intern

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Pittsburgh bus pass

Family Concierge Team assistance

Fitness center access

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s SEI invites students to join the Cyber Mission Readiness Directorate (CERT) for an internship in Pittsburgh. You will collaborate with software and learning engineers to develop features for open-source web applications used in cyber training and assessments.

You will write automated tests and help identify defects before live events, while adding xAPI tracking and AI-assisted features. The internship starts Fall 2026 with potential continuation through Spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree granting program.
• Willingness to travel to SEI/CMU locations.
• Background check required and eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Implement features and fixes in web application front ends and APIs.
• Write automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Instrument applications for xAPI and integrate AI-assisted features.
• Write documentation and demonstrate work to the team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Object-oriented programming (C#, Java,

Job description

What We Do

The SEI helps advance software engineering principles and practices and serves as a national resource in software engineering, computer security, and process improvement. The SEI works closely with defense and government organizations, industry, and academia to continually improve software-intensive systems. Our core purpose is to help organizations improve software engineering capabilities and develop or acquire the right software, defect free, within budget and on time, every time.

Position Summary

You will work as a part of the Cyber Mission Readiness Directorate within CERT and will collaborate with a team of software engineers, learning engineers, and cybersecurity experts focused on building the software behind cyber training, exercises, and assessments. You will assist members of the Operational Readiness and Evaluation team in developing features and fixes for a suite of open-source web applications used to run cyber exercises, virtual labs, and online courses. You will write automated tests and help find and fix defects before applications are used in live training events. You will help add learner activity tracking (xAPI) and AI-assisted features to existing applications. This internship begins in Fall2026, with the option to continue through the Spring2027 semester. You will contribute to a variety of core functions including:

Job Function Breakdown

• Implement features and fixes in web application front ends and APIs: 40%
• Write automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests: 25%
• Instrument applications for xAPI and integrate AI-assisted features: 20%
• Write documentation and demonstrate work to the team: 15%
• TOTAL = 100%

Requirements

• Enrolled in a degree granting program.
• Willingness to travel to various locations to support the SEI’s overall mission. This includes within the SEI and CMU community.
• You will be subject to a background check and must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to critically think and problem solve
• Familiarity with an object-oriented programming language, such as C#, Java, or TypeScript
• Familiarity with web development fundamentals, such as HTTP, REST APIs, HTML, and CSS
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows, such as branching and merge requests
• Ability to collaborate internally and externally with professional engineers, instructional designers, and subject matter experts
• Willingness to learn new technologies with cross-functional teams
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and have the capacity to clearly document and communicate any findings

Desired Experience

• Experience with ASP.NET Core or Angular
• Experience with PHP or a learning management system, such as Moodle
• Experience writing automated tests, such as with Playwright, xUnit, or Jest
• Experience with relational databases, such as PostgreSQL
• These experiences may also come from education-driven experiences or extracurriculars.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Non-CMU Students

Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Pay Basis

Hourly

Benefits

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.

• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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

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Technical Assistance

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Accessibility Statement

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