About the role#
This co-op position supports the AI team in Lexington, Massachusetts. You will work on web interfaces and APIs for AI and cloud applications during the Winter 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Build and maintain web interfaces and APIs for AI and cloud systems.
- Follow established design standards and patterns.
- Update and test AI applications.
- Troubleshoot issues and provide workaround solutions.
- Document your work across the software development life cycle.
- Ensure all tasks meet standards for accuracy and thoroughness.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Experience with Java or Python development.
- Knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Familiarity with databases like Oracle or MySQL.
- Understanding of API frameworks and software development life cycle methodologies.
- Experience with tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
- Exposure to UNIX, Linux, shell scripting, or Perl.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, MA.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to May).
- Pay: $25 to $32 per hour, based on your year in school.
- Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required.
About MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center. Founded in 1951, it focuses on technology development and system prototyping for national security. The organization is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. It employs over 4,000 people and works with industry partners to transition new concepts into deployed systems.
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