1 day ago
Herndon, VA, USA or Blacksburg, VA, USAIntern
H1B sponsor
Responsibilities
- Support Peraton’s Internal Research & Development program in a Strategic Innovation Center.
- Contribute to requirements and story development, software architecture and design, software development, and unit/component testing.
- Work collaboratively with full-time staff on advanced research projects across multiple technical and mission domains.
- Work in an Agile software development environment.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma, and some advanced-level training.
- Progress toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
- Foundational experience with an object-oriented programming language, preferably Java, and exposure to software engineering processes.
- Familiarity with software development or scripting languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Bash.
- Hands-on programming experience through coursework or prior internships.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, oral communication, adaptability, independence, attention to detail, and teamwork.
- Preferred: GPA of 3.0 or higher, exposure to Agile software development processes, familiarity with web development frameworks or database technologies, and exposure to cloud computing environments.
Benefits
- Ten-week internship running from June through August 2027.
- Interns must be available for the full program and work a minimum of 35–40 hours per week.
- Work location is in Herndon, Virginia, or Blacksburg, Virginia.
- Collaborative environment with full-time staff and opportunities to build experience across research projects and domains.
- Base pay is $25 per hour; employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.
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About Peraton
Peraton builds and integrates mission systems, cyber, space, and intelligence solutions for U.S. defense, intelligence, and civil agencies. It delivers enterprise IT, satellite and terrestrial communications, and spectrum management under government contracts. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Reston, Virginia and is privately held by Veritas Capital.