Software Developer Intern

MITRE is a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization working in the public interest. The Software Developer Intern will develop and maintain full-stack web applications, integrate APIs, cloud services, and data sources, and apply modern AI/ML tools. The intern will write tested code and collaborate with engineers, designers, and stakeholders in an Agile environment.

What you'll do:

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of full-stack web applications
• Assist with building and integrating APIs, services, and data sources across cloud and on-premise environments
• Write clean, well-tested code using languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Learn and apply modern development practices and tools, including source control, automated testing, cloud services, containers, databases, and appropriate AI/ML tools
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and stakeholders in an Agile environment to deliver sponsor-focused solutions

What they're looking for:

• Prior software development experience through coursework, projects, or internships
• Must be enrolled full-time in an accredited degree-seeking program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, and continue to be enrolled the semester following the internship
• Working knowledge of at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript
• Prior experience as an intern at MITRE in the last 12 months
• This position has an on-site requirement of 3 days a week minimum
• Experience building web applications or APIs using a modern framework
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative Agile development
• Exposure to cloud services, containers, or databases
• Interest in applying AI/ML tools or working with data-intensive applications
• Interest in public-service or mission-focused work

Benefits:

• Hybrid work arrangement with an on-site requirement of 3 days a week minimum