Summer 2027 Software Engineering Intern
AeroVironment, Inc.2 months ago
Arlington, VA, USA +3 moreIntern
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components and systems.
- Develop tools and applications supporting robotics and aerospace platforms.
- Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers to integrate and test capabilities.
- Participate in code reviews, documentation, version control, and defect tracking.
- Develop scripts and automation to improve team workflows.
- Support prototypes, simulations, and proof-of-concept demonstrations.
- Attend team meetings, contribute ideas, and learn to estimate development effort and timelines.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- Have foundational knowledge of Python, C++, or Java.
- Be familiar with Visual Studio, Git, Eclipse, or similar development tools.
- Understand data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Demonstrate problem-solving, analytical, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Preferred qualifications include experience with Linux, Windows, or cross-platform development environments; exposure to web technologies, cloud platforms, or backend services; interest in robotics, autonomous systems, or data analytics; and experience with Bash or Python scripting.
- Applicants must meet ITAR/EAR requirements for U.S. person status, with some positions requiring current U.S. citizenship.
Benefits
- Paid, full-time 12-week summer internship program.
- Onsite work in an office and R&D lab environment.
- Potential relocation and housing reimbursement stipend depending on team and location.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- 9/80 work schedule and paid holiday shutdown.
- Internship opportunities are available across teams and locations throughout the United States.
About AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment builds small unmanned aircraft systems, loitering munitions (e.g., Switchblade), and related software, sensors, and services for U.S. and allied defense agencies. The public company (NASDAQ: AVAV), founded in 1971 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, sells hardware, training, and lifecycle support, with widely fielded systems such as Raven, Puma, and Wasp. It also offers autonomy and robotic technologies used in reconnaissance, targeting, and force protection missions.