Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)
Sierra Nevada Corporation
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- OperationsJavaCKotlin
- Nice to have
- JavaScriptTypeScriptReact
- Work
- On-site in Southern Pines · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Java44%C13%Operations11%Kotlin5%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 2, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Technical Intern, you will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, and develop valuable technical and professional skills. This internship offers a unique opportunity for growth through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.
Key Responsibilities
- Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
- Define software/and or system architecture, design software modules, and produce associated documentation per corporate or customer standards.
- Ensures software standards are met.
- Write and test software modules and integrate with other software and/or hardware components.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Experience in C#, Java, or Kotlin.
- Experience designing and developing software.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Development experience in Javascript, Typescript with Frameworks like REACT is preferred.
Essential Functions
- Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
- Proficiency with computers and office equipment.
- Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
- Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, which may involve exposure to loud noise levels or hazardous conditions.
- Ability to travel may be required.
- Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.