Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern — Space & Cyber R&D

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Herndon, VA is offering Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern positions within the Internal Research & Development (IRAD) program. You will work in an Agile environment on requirements, design, and testing across several domains.

The internship runs for ten weeks (June–August), requiring 35–40 hours per week. It targets technically enrolled undergraduates rising into junior/senior years, with strong underclassmen considered if coursework has been completed.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
• Foundational experience in an OO language, preferably Java, and exposure to software engineering processes.
• Familiarity with software development and/or scripting languages such as Java, Python, C++, Bash.
• Hands-on programming experience through coursework and/or prior internships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, detail-oriented, team-player.

Responsibilities

• Support requirements/story development and software architecture.
• Participate in software development in an Agile environment.
• Contribute to design, coding, and unit testing activities.
• Collaborate with full-time staff on multiple projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Self‑motivated

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree progress in CS/CE

HS Diploma with advanced training

Tools

Java

Python

C++

Bash

Job description

Peraton in Herndon, VA is offering Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern positions within the Internal Research & Development (IRAD) program. You will work in an Agile environment on requirements, design, and testing across several domains.

The internship runs for ten weeks (June–August), requiring 35–40 hours per week. It targets technically enrolled undergraduates rising into junior/senior years, with strong underclassmen considered if coursework has been completed.