2027 Summer Intern

About the Role

Shield AI is seeking a Solutions Systems Engineer Intern to contribute to the development of intelligent systems for defense applications. This paid internship offers hands-on mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to a real project from planning through execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Break down operational concepts into software components.
• Work across Mission Autonomy, Command & Control (C2), and Mission Planning.
• Build requirements, interfaces, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) artifacts.
• Present at design reviews.
• Deliver a complete design package to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate completed work to the Shield AI community.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently an Undergraduate or graduate student.
• Pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
• Background in autonomy, robotics, and/or aerospace.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of owning project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MBSE, including knowledge of SysML and/or experience with Cameo.
• Exposure to requirements development and traceability.
• Familiarity with autonomy architectures, C2 systems, or mission planning tools.
• Experience leading or contributing to team-based engineering projects.
• A record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.

Shield AI offers competitive pay and a housing stipend.

Interns are responsible for finding their own housing and travel.