69 software internship jobs at 43 companies in Alexandria, VA
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Junior Software Engineer Internship
Herndon, Virginia, United States
OnsiteInternship
Clarity Innovations: Provides software and data engineering for national security missions.
Pursuing a BS in CS/CE or related field, US citizenship required to obtain Top Secret clearance, experience with Go or Python, understanding of networking and data structures, familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD.
Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States
$10k/moOnsiteInternship
PalantirNasdaq: PLTR: Developing software platforms for data integration and analytics.
Requires active Full Scope Poly Level clearance, engineering background, proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript), ability to travel ~25–50%, and be a final-internship student graduating Winter 2027 or Spring 2028.
El Segundo or Los Angeles or Washington or Huntsville
$37/hrOnsiteFull Time, Internship
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program; proficient in C++, experienced with embedded systems or microcontrollers, and familiar with data structures, algorithms, operating systems, debugging, and Linux.
US Military Skillbridge Internship (Software Engineer)_Arlington, VA
Arlington, Virginia, United States
HybridInternship, Full Time
Black Cape: Provides mission software, AI, and data analytics for defense.
2+ YOE2+ years experience preferred, proficiency in at least one OO language (Java, Python, C#, C++), MVC frameworks, relational databases, Linux, web fundamentals; BS degree or near completion preferred; must be willing to obtain TS/SCI CI polygraph.
AppianNASDAQ: APPN: Provides a low-code platform for enterprise-grade process automation.
Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science or Computer Engineering; full-time 40hr/week availability for a 10-week summer internship; strong AI/LLM fluency and foundational CS knowledge.
Software Development Engineer, Open Data Analytics - Engines
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$144k-$194k/yrOnsiteFull Time
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
2+ YOERequires programming experience, 2+ years of non-internship software development and design or architecture experience, strong computer science fundamentals, and proficiency in Java, C, C++, or C#.
Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Enterprise Platform Technology)
McLean or Plano
$179k-$225k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Capital OneNYSE: COF: Financial services offering credit cards, banking, and loans.
4+ YOE1+ MgmtBachelor's degree, 4+ years software engineering (internship excluded), 1+ year cloud experience, proficiency in JavaScript/Java/TypeScript/SQL/Python/Go, Docker/Kubernetes, AWS/GCP/Azure; people management and AI tooling experience preferred.
JavaScript, Java, HTML/CSS, TypeScript, SQL, Python, Go, Open Source RDBMS, NoSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, Microsoft Azure
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
3+ YOEBS in software/engineering; proficiency in C++, C, Python; 3 years embedded software, CI/CD; containerization/virtualization; test automation systems; SCM (Git); strong problem-solving and communication; eligible for interim Secret clearance.
The Nuclear Company: Deploys standardized nuclear reactors for utility-scale energy generation.
0+ YOECurrently enrolled in a relevant technical BS program, with programming experience in a modern language and shipped software projects. Must be a U.S. Person and work onsite in Washington, DC.
Nuclear Operating System (NOS), Python, TypeScript, Java, Go, Rust, C++, OpenAI, Anthropic, Palantir Foundry, Amazon Web Services (AWS), AWS GovCloud
2026 Intern Conversion - Software Development Engineer I
Seattle or Van Horn or Denver or Huntsville or Arlington or Los Angeles or Longmont or Reston or Florida
$101k-$155k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
Completed a 2026 Blue Origin internship, enrolled in or recently graduating from college, B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or astronautical engineering, and eligible to work under U.S. export controls.
Cynet Systems: Provides specialized staffing and comprehensive workforce management services.
Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a STEM discipline; Python or TypeScript proficiency; familiarity with AI, ML, databases, cloud platforms, and software development principles.
Python, TypeScript, Generative AI, Agentic AI, RAG, LangChain, LangGraph, Vertex AI, SQL, NoSQL, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Office, Agile, Scrum, vector databases
General Dynamics Mission SystemsNYSE: GD: Designs and manufactures defense and mission-critical technology solutions.
Enrollment in an accredited engineering or technical degree program, preferably sophomore standing or higher; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance required.
Costa Mesa or Irvine or Atlanta or Seattle or Boston or Reston
$45-$50/yrOnsiteInternship, Full Time
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
Pursuing a Bachelor\u0002s in CS or related field, rising senior returning to school, proficiency in C++, Go, Rust, Java, or Python, familiarity with algorithms, data structures, cloud and front-end concepts, and U.S. Person status required.
Kastle Systems: Managed security services provider for commercial and residential properties.
3+ YOE3-5 years in application development; strong C#, front-end (HTML/CSS/JavaScript); SQL Server backend; Kubernetes/CI/CD experience; excellent US English communication.
Horizon Industries: Provides IT and management consulting services to government clients.
Bachelor's in a technical field required; strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills; eagerness to learn Appian low-code development; preferred familiarity with Java/Python/JavaScript/SQL and Agile.
General Dynamics Information TechnologyNYSE: GD: Delivers IT and mission services to US government agencies.
0+ YOECurrently enrolled in an associate, bachelor's, or master's STEM program; basic Microsoft Office knowledge, AI software tools experience, and collaboration skills required. One semester must remain after internship.
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, AI/ML, AI Software Tools
Mobius: Provides systems engineering and technical services for defense agencies.
Currently pursuing a four-year IT, cybersecurity, computer science, or related degree in Virginia; requires basic hardware/software knowledge, troubleshooting, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and organization.
Sentinel, Kusto Query Language, Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Azure, Virtual Machines (VMs), Virtual Networks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), FedRAMP, NIST 800-171