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2027 Summer Intern, Future Concepts
Shieldai
Washington, D.C.Fresher2h agovia Lever
Posted 13 Nov 2026, 03:28 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- OperationsProduct managementPythonC++MATLABData analysis
- Work
- On-site in Washington · internship
- Pay
- $35–$97 an hour
- Skill demand
- Operations27%Python17%C++5%Product management4%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 13, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
- Explore and evaluate next-generation concepts for Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy across air, space, land, and maritime domains.
- Partner closely with mentors in Future Concepts and Operations Analysis.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Go-To-Market teams.
- Turn emerging technologies and operational needs into credible mission concepts and lightweight analytical prototypes.
- Run early-stage trade studies.
- Build scripts and models to test key assumptions.
- Communicate findings that inform our product roadmap.
- Contribute to concept studies, white papers, and briefings that shape how Shield AI addresses critical challenges for the warfighter.
Key Responsibilities
- Turn emerging technologies and operational needs into credible mission concepts and lightweight analytical prototypes.
- Run early-stage trade studies.
- Build scripts and models to test key assumptions.
- Communicate findings that inform our product roadmap.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Python, MATLAB, or C++ for modeling, simulation, or data analysis.
- Proficiency in at least one programming or analysis tool.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to tackle open-ended questions.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex ideas in writing and presentations.
- Strong interest in autonomous systems, robotics, aerospace, or defense.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, operations research, physics, mathematics, data science, or a related technical field.
- Prior coursework, research, or internship experience in system design, trade studies, modeling and simulation, autonomy, or operations analysis.
- Familiarity with version control, data visualization, and AI-assisted coding and research workflows.
- Familiarity with defense systems, military operations, and Concepts of Operations (CONOPS).
- Active U.S. government security clearance (preferred).