Research Intern

Two Six Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Software Engineering Summer Intern to research and develop next‑generation technologies for mobile communications and networks. The internship lasts 12 weeks and is conducted onsite in Arlington, VA.

You will work with a small, collaborative team that values curiosity and creativity, contributing to real‑world solutions and discussions. The role targets students pursuing CS/CE with hands-on experience in C++/Java, Linux toolchains, and Android or Rust

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 year or more of software development experience in C++ or Java.
• Familiarity with Linux software engineering tools (git, gcc, make).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in research programs focused on resilient communications and next‑generation networking.
• Learn smartphone internals including hardware, kernel, drivers, firmware, and apps.
• Design and develop custom software on mobile platforms and resource‑constrained devices.

Skills

C++

Java

Linux tools

Git

GCC

Make

Education

Computer Science / Computer Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

Android SDK

Kotlin

Rust

Job description

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Software Engineering Summer Intern to research and develop next‑generation technologies for mobile communications and networks. We are seeking candidates that have an interest in research as well as a commitment to developing solutions for the real world. You will join a small, supportive team that values cooperation and creative spirit.We are seeking several interns for this 12‑week internship program, which will be conducted onsite in Arlington, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in research programs focused on advancing technology in the areas of resilient communications, next‑generation networking, security, and privacy in mobile platforms
• Become intimately familiar with all aspects of what goes on inside of today's smartphones, including the hardware, kernel, drivers, firmware, framework, and apps
• Design and develop custom software solutions on mobile phones and other resource‑constrained platforms, e.g., single‑board computers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 1 year or more of professional or academic software development experience in the C++ or Java programming languages
• Familiarity with standard Linux software engineering tools, e.g. git, gcc, make
• Eligible and able to obtain and maintain a government clearance

Nice to have:

• Experience with Android app development using Java or Kotlin
• Experience building or modifying Android or other mobile operating systems
• Experience with network protocol development
• Experience with the Rust programming language
• An active DoD clearance (Secret or above)

Clearance Requirements:

• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance up to Top Secret

The projected pay range listed for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of rate.

Pay Range

$25—$40 USD

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six TechnologiesEqual Employment Opportunity and Affational Action Policyand theEEO Poster.

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