Summer 2027 Software Development Intern- Topeka, KS

Peraton; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Peraton is offering a Summer 2027 Software Development Intern position in Topeka, KS, supporting the USPS Central Repair Facility program. The role involves designing and documenting web and application components under supervision, and evaluating current systems for upgrades.

The internship requires coursework in CS/Software Engineering, full-time enrollment, and eligibility for a USPS security clearance. Candidates should be local to Topeka or willing to commute onsite daily.

Qualifications

• Must be US citizen and able to obtain/maintain USPS security clearance.
• Enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university and graduating after Aug 2027.
• Major in Computer Science, CS/Software Engineering or related field.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• Local to Topeka, KS or able to commute onsite daily.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document general applications or web pages under supervision.
• Assist staff in upgrading current system software to meet future needs.
• Evaluate current applications to determine future projects and requirements.
• Work with Visual Studio or other IDEs; contribute to code in C# / C++, VB.NET, JavaScript; support ASP.NET/MVC/Windows Forms.

Skills

C#

C++

VB.NET

JavaScript

ASP.NET

MVC

Windows Forms

SQL Server

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate CS or Software Engineering (graduating after Aug 2027)

Full-time student enrollment

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Summer 2027 Software Development Intern in support of the USPS Central Repair Facility program in Topeka, KS. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at Peraton. Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology, systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Peraton, you'll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork. Together with our group of experts across the technical spectrum, you'll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the world's most critical problems in the most innovative ways.

• Under general supervision performs general application or web page design, implementation and documentation
• Assists current staff in designing upgrades to current system software
• Evaluate current applications and future needs to determine future projects
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio or other Visual IDE environment
• Experience with C# / C++,VB.NET and JavaScript
• Experience with ASP.NET, MVC, Windows Forms
• Knowledge of relational databases preferably Microsoft SQL Server

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Postal Service security clearance.
• Clearance is required to start.
• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after August 2027.
• Be majoring in Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering discipline or related field.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027
• Must be local to the Topeka, KS area and/or willing to commute onsite daily.

Desired Qualifications:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
• 3.7 cumulative GPA or higher is strongly preferred.
• Good presentation and writing/communication skills.
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment.
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups.
• Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects.
• Experience in working on business or engineering full life-cycle projects from project inception through launch.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

The rate / range per hour below represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

$24.50/hour

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.