About the role#
Collier Aerospace is seeking students for our Summer 2027 software engineering internship. You will work on our primary software, HyperX, which is a Windows .NET desktop application used for structural analysis and design. This role provides hands-on experience in a collaborative environment where you will be mentored by our software development team. You will apply theoretical concepts to real-world projects across the aerospace industry.
What you'll do#
- Develop new features and improve existing functionality within HyperX using C#.
- Work on projects involving WPF interfaces, 3D graphics, web development, and database tasks.
- Collaborate with software engineers and structural engineers to meet project requirements.
- Write unit and integration tests to verify the accuracy and quality of new capabilities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- US citizenship is required.
- Experience with C# or similar object-oriented languages like Java.
- Familiarity with Git.
- An ability to learn new software applications and processes quickly.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
- An interest in the aerospace industry.
Location & details#
- Location: Newport News, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time and paid internship.
About Collier Aerospace
Collier Aerospace develops software for the aerospace industry. The company produces HyperX, a tool for structural analysis and sizing optimization. It supports the design of aircraft and space vehicles made from metallic or composite materials. Founded in 1995, the firm is based in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains a staff of 11 to 50 employees.
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