Spring 2027 Graduate Internship – Applied Research Intern

Noblis; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Noblis, Inc. invites technically adept students to join the 2027 Spring Internship Program in a part-time capacity (10–20 hours/week).

You will work on an applied research project—creating a simulator or digital twin of global maritime supply chains or satellite constellations—and develop software while authoring research papers. Interns function as full project members, collaborating in small teams and gaining experience in Python, Linux, software simulation, and web development.

Qualifications

• This internship requires US citizenship and a 3.3 GPA if applicable.
• Pursuing a graduate degree (MS/PhD) in computer science, engineering, or related field with intended graduation between December 2027 and May 2030.
• Experience with rapid software prototyping.
• Strong self-organization and self-management with initiative and follow-through.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• This internship will work on an applied research project: a simulator or digital twin of global maritime supply chains or satellite constellations. Interns will develop software and write research papers.
• Interns are full project members who conduct small, mostly self-directed research within a larger project and collaborate with small programming/engineering teams. Expect growth in Python, Linux, software simulation, and web development.
• The ideal candidate has experience with rapid software prototyping, distributed systems, and research paper writing.

Skills

US Citizen

Rapid prototyping

Distributed systems

Self-organization

Verbal & written communication

Education

Graduate degree pursuit in CS/engineering

Tools

Git

Automated tests

Python

REST API client

GNU/Linux

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking technical interns for our 2027 Spring Internship Program. Interns will work on a part — time basis during the spring (10-20 hours per week)

Responsibilities

This internship will provide an opportunity to work on an applied research project: a simulator or digital twin of either global maritime supply chains or satellite constellations. Interns will develop software and write research papers.

Interns are full project members that work on small, mainly self-directed, research of a larger project. Interns can expect to develop experience working within small programming/engineering teams in a workplace environment. On the technical side they will grow in their understanding of Python, Linux, software simulation, and web development.

The ideal candidate has experience with rapid software prototyping, prior exposure to distributed systems, and research paper writing experience.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizen
• 3.3 GPA – if applicable
• Pursuing graduate degree (master’s or PhD) in computer science, engineering, computer engineering, or related with an intended graduation date between December 2027 – May 2030
• Experience with rapid software prototyping.
• Strong self-organization and self-management skills, with emphasis on self-initiation and follow through
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Software:
• Candidate has experience using version control (Git) and automated tests.
• Candidate can implement distributed systems software in Python or similar languages.
• Simulation:
• Candidate has experience in discrete-event simulators, queueing theory, graph theory, or other software modelling.
• GNU/Linux Experience:
• Candidate is comfortable with a command line interface and related tools (GNU Core Utilities)
• Web Development:
• Candidate can write a REST API client.
• Candidate can debug communications between frontend and backend.

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/)

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards (https://noblis.org/who-we-are/awards/) for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (https://noblis.org/contact) .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it’s just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $23.00 – USD $38.00 /Hr.