About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Software Engineering Internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site at our facility in Frederick, Maryland. This role is designed to help you gain familiarity with our engineering staff, methods, programs, and practices while supporting our defense and intelligence projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers with design details, calculations, and analysis.
- Carry out basic work instructions and complete assigned tasks on time.
- Conduct limited scope testing under supervision.
- Gather and assemble data for engineering teams.
- Help with research in specific fields.
- Perform a variety of tasks to learn company operations and culture.
What you'll need#
- A high school diploma or GED and current enrollment in an engineering degree program.
- A good understanding of software development using C, C++, and Python on Linux.
- Experience working with Windows.
- Knowledge of multi-threading and multi-processing concepts.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build a professional network.
- A diligent, hardworking, and quick-to-learn attitude.
- Preferred: Experience developing embedded drivers on Linux for interfaces like TCP/IP, UART, I2C, and PCIe.
- Preferred: Experience with modern software practices including Git, Jira, peer code reviews, and Agile methodologies.
Location & details#
- Location: Frederick, Maryland, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is a defense and space manufacturing company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Founded in 1969, the firm provides technology for national security customers and allies. It specializes in advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and electric power systems. The company employs over 6,500 people.
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