Summer 2026 Software Engineer Intern Job at Peraton, Herndon, VA

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  • Peraton
  • Herndon, VA

Job Description

Program Overview

About The Role

Peraton is seeking Summer 2026 Software Engineer Interns to support our Internal Research & Development (IRAD) program which will be conducted in our Herndon, VA, West Lafayette, IN or Blacksburg, VA offices. 

Join our Technology and Engineering Software Delivery Center and support exciting, advanced research projects in areas such as communications, space, cybersecurity, defense, health, and mobile. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, supportive environment with our full-time staff, allowing you to grow your skills and your career while building experience in a variety of different projects and domains. You’ll work in an Agile software development environment supporting requirements/story development, software architecture and design, software development, and unit/component testing.  You’ll also get the chance to obtain certifications in leading technologies to enhance your skills, such as Amazon Web Services.

We ask that each intern be available to work the duration of the ten weeks (June to August) and commit to working a minimum of 35-40 hours per week. This program is geared toward technical college students, actively enrolled at a four-year university, who will be rising into their junior or senior years. However, strong underclassmen may be considered if they have declared their major and have completed qualified coursework.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • HS Diploma and some advanced level training.
  • U.S. Citizenship.
  • Have completed progress toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
  • Foundational experience in an object-oriented programming language, preferably in Java, and exposure to software engineering processes.
  • Hands on programming experience through coursework and/or prior internships.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and concepts.
  • Self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • 3.0 and above GPA.
  • Exposure to Agile software development processes.
  • Familiarity with web development frameworks and/or database technologies.
  • Exposure to cloud computing environments.

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SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

$25.00/hour

Details

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.

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

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Internship, Shift work,

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