About the role#
This summer internship is designed for students in computer science and engineering who want to see how technology gets sold, not just built. You will join the Sales Enablement team in our FedCiv Growth organization to help federal civilian agencies explore possibilities in AI, cybersecurity, data, and IT modernization. Over 10 weeks, you will work alongside sales engineers, business development executives, and solution architects on real federal pursuits. You will also collaborate with a team of peers to research and propose solutions to business challenges.
What you'll do#
- Rapidly prototype demos and proofs of concept using AI coding assistants and low-code tools.
- Develop creative ways to turn customer pain points into short, effective demonstrations.
- Learn unfamiliar technologies quickly and apply them to new customer scenarios.
- Shadow and support business development executives on opportunity pursuits.
- Help prepare for customer discovery meetings by researching agencies, missions, and technical requirements.
- Plan and execute Art of the Possible demonstration days, industry days, and customer workshops.
- Create briefing decks, capability one-pagers, demo scripts, and recorded demo videos.
- Present your work to the team and GDIT leaders, including an end-of-summer showcase.
- Participate in a mentoring circle led by an early career champion and engage in professional development.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field at a United States-based college or university.
- Programming experience in at least one modern language such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, or C#.
- Minimum of one semester remaining in your studies after the internship concludes.
- Status as a US Person.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical ideas in plain language.
- A builder's mindset with a preference for showing working prototypes.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and ask for help.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, and Teams.
- Stand-out candidates will have experience with end-to-end software projects, AI-assisted development tools, cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, and presenting technical work.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for 10 consecutive weeks during Summer 2027.
- The role is based in Falls Church, Virginia.
- Work modality is hybrid, with a requirement to be on-site for specific demo events and customer meetings.
About General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology operates as a subsidiary of General Dynamics. The company provides professional services and technology solutions to government, defense, and intelligence agencies. It maintains operations in over 50 countries and employs 30,000 people. Founded in 1982, the firm specializes in areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
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