Summer 2027 Software Development Internship

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. invites applications for the Summer 2027 Software Development Internship. This 10-week program is full-time (40 hours/week) in Falls Church, VA, with hybrid telecommuting and a focus on delivering features and reliability for core services.

Applicants should be seniors in CS/IT/engineering, proficient in Java or Python, and eager to learn new technologies. Interns are paid, with compensation tied to experience and location, and the program includes

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled senior pursuing CS/IT/engineering or STEM degree in a US college.
• Proficiency in JAVA or Python and willingness to learn new languages.
• Strong communication and problem solving with ability to work in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast paced, collaborative environment with open discussion of ideas.
• Deliver new features and improve reliability of core services like customer intake and information dissemination.
• Identify bottlenecks and address flaws in business logic proactively.
• Own core product problems and prove impact with data at scale.
• Collaborate across the stack and participate in mentoring circles.

Skills

Communication

Learning Quickly

Problem Solving

JAVA

Python

Education

Currently enrolled senior in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer science, IT, engineering, or other STEM field from a United States-based college or university

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: SAC/Temp 5C Job Family: Interns Job Qualifications: Skills: Communication, Learning Quickly, Problem Solving Certifications: None Experience: 0 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description: GDIT Summer Internship Program – Summer 2027 Software Development Internship

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We value:

• Writing code rather than documents
• Shipping products rather than talking about roadmaps
• Big features rather than changing button colors

Who You Are:

We’re looking for exceptional engineers who are passionate about our mission and have a strong desire to make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python/Java or similar language; an expert in majority of language constructs, able to apply them fluently to solve complicated and complex problems and have experience with performance tuning.

What You’ll Do:

• Work in a fast paced, collaborative environment where ideas are discussed and challenged openly
• Deliver new features and improve reliability of our core services including the major read/write paths for customer intake, application screening, and information dissemination
• Identify major system bottlenecks, or flaws in business logic, and proactively address them
• Take ownership over core product problems, be able to come up with your own solutions that you love and prove through data that it is impactful at scale
• Work across the stack to solve problems, there is no reliance on another engineer or team to get something done for you
• Participate in a mentoring circle led by an early career champion.
• Interact with GDIT leaders.
• Participate in professional development.

What You’ll Need to Deliver Your Best Every Day:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with manager and members of your team in a remote environment.
• Be self-aware enough to identify and correct your mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed.
• Prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
• Be active in seeking out ways to develop yourself and gain new knowledge personally and professionally.
• Intuitiveness with an ability to identify and solve complex problems related to rapidly changing technology.
• A sense of genuine, intellectual curiosity and a nimble mindset.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, and Teams).

The Must-Haves:

• Currently enrolled senior in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer science, IT, engineering, or other STEM field from a United States-based college or university.
• Proficiency in JAVA/Python
• Desire to learn new software languages and technologies.

Compensation and Work Details:

GDIT interns are paid and full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 consecutive weeks. Applicants should have a minimum of one semester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $22.95 - $31.05. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: None

Telecommuting Options: Hybrid

Work Location: USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT:

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Opportunity:

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