Systems Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

CACI; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

CACI is offering a paid Systems Engineer Intern opportunity for Summer 2027 on the NCAPS contract. The role supports NASA platform services with emphasis on cloud computing, virtualization, and system integration.

You will gather requirements with architects, suggest provisioning scripts, and evaluate cloud technologies while building software for ES as a service. This internship runs part-time with potential for growth and learning across a range of tech stacks.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Computer Science or related field.
• Knowledge of cloud strategy and program architecture.
• Responsible for gathering system requirements working together with application architects and owners.
• Responsible for generating scripts and templates required for the automatic provisioning of resources.
• Discover standard cloud services offerings, install, and execute processes and standards for optimal use of cloud service provider offerings.
• Build software for the organization’s systems and ES as a service offering
• Responsible for debugging technical issues inside a complex stack involving virtualization, containers, microservices, etc.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

• Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, cloud service provider selection, implementation techniques, application & data migration techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Evaluates and reports on new cloud and virtualization technologies to enhance capabilities of cloud-based and virtualized services. May also provide systems engineering activities such as: Concept of OperationsFormulation, Requirements Definition, Analysis and Engineering, System Architecting, System Analysis and Design, Interface and Data Architectures, Validation and Verification, System Integration, System & Op. Performance Analysis, Lifecycle Cost Analysis & Estimation, Decision Analysis and Physical Configuration Analysis (PCA).
• Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet outlined objectives.
• Work is reviewed by supervisor/lead to measure meeting objectives. Directs established guidelines, procedures and policies.

Skills

Cloud strategy

Program architecture

Requirements gathering

Provisioning scripts

Cloud services

Software development

Debugging stack

Education

CS or related field

Job description

Job Title: Systems Engineer Intern - Summer 2027Job Category: Intern/Co-opTime Type: Part timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: Public TrustEmployee Type: Part-Time On-CallPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is offering exciting paid Internship opportunities as a System/Software Engineer Analyst supporting our NASA Consolidates Applications Platforms Services (NCAPS) contract. The Candidate will need knowledge with designs, plans, and ability to integrate cloud computing and virtualization systems.

Responsibilities:

• Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, cloud service provider selection, implementation techniques, application & data migration techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Evaluates and reports on new cloud and virtualization technologies to enhance capabilities of cloud-based and virtualized services. May also provide systems engineering activities such as: Concept of OperationsFormulation, Requirements Definition, Analysis and Engineering, System Architecting, System Analysis and Design, Interface and Data Architectures, Validation and Verification, System Integration, System & Op. Performance Analysis, Lifecycle Cost Analysis & Estimation, Decision Analysis and Physical Configuration Analysis (PCA).
• Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet outlined objectives.
• Work is reviewed by supervisor/lead to measure meeting objectives. Directs established guidelines, procedures and policies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled and pursing a degree in Computer Science or related area.
• Knowledge of cloud strategy and program architecture
• Responsible for gathering system requirements working together with application architects and owners
• Responsible for generating scripts and templates required for the automatic provisioning of resources
• Discover standard cloud services offerings, install, and execute processes and standards for optimal use of cloud service provider offerings
• Build software for the organization’s systems and ES as a service offering
• Responsible for debugging technical issues inside a complex stack involving virtualization, containers, microservices, etc.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Desired:

• 3.0 GPA preferred but not required
• Previous internship experience in Systems Engineering

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$45,900 - $91,900

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.