Summer Software Engineer Intern — Aerospace & Robotics

AeroVironment; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing reimbursement

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will help design, develop, and test software across AV systems, UAS, and simulation tools, gaining practical experience in ground control and data pipelines while learning from experienced engineers. The internship is 12 weeks, onsite at multiple U.S.

locations. This paid program supports students in software development and related fields, with relocation/housing reimbursement

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA, preference for junior level or above.
• Strong programming fundamentals and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components.
• Contribute to tools and applications for AV robotics and aerospace platforms.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems teams to test capabilities.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and version control usage.
• Help develop scripts to improve team workflows and efficiency.
• Learn best practices in software development and Agile processes.
• Support prototypes, simulations, and proofs-of-concept demonstrations.
• Attend team meetings and help estimate development effort and timelines.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Education

CS/SE degree

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Eclipse

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will help design, develop, and test software across AV systems, UAS, and simulation tools, gaining practical experience in ground control and data pipelines while learning from experienced engineers. The internship is 12 weeks, onsite at multiple U.S.

locations. This paid program supports students in software development and related fields, with relocation/housing reimbursement