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April 16, 2026
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Software Engineer Intern

Gaithersburg, MD
Internship
Onsite
$48K/yr - $87K/yr
Intern
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. The Software Engineer Intern will join a dynamic team that develops systems vital for supporting daily operations, including tasks related to imagery analysis and geospatial analysis, while participating in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities

  • Participate in peer code reviews to improve the quality of code written by other team members
  • Create new applications or updating existing applications based on user requirements
  • Communicate with the customer and other team members about project status and issues that arise
  • Create prototypes of new technologies and features for potential incorporation into future products
  • Debug computer code to fix errors and improve performance
  • Test software for bugs or other issues that may affect functionality or the user experience
  • Review documentation about new technology releases or product updates to ensure understanding of how the new system works
  • Conduct research on new technologies and techniques to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Analyze data to identify trends and formulate solutions

Qualification

Required

  • US citizenship is required per contract
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python)
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
  • Excellent problem solving and debugging skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

  • Experience with multiple programming languages
  • Experience with software development tools (e.g., Eclipse, Visual Studio, Git)
  • Experience with databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB)
  • Experience with web development technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP)

Benefits

  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
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