Software Engineer Intern

Software Engineer Intern

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Job #: R-00174597

Location:

Huntsville, United States

Category: Intern Technical

Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time

Travel Required: No

Shift: Day

Remote Type: Hybrid Remote

Clearance: None

External Referral Program: Ineligible

Sector: Defense

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The Leidos Defense Systems is seeking Software Engineer Intern in Huntsville, AL to perform real-time software development and integration tasks in support of missile defense contracts. This work may also encompass a number of other areas including modeling and simulation. Candidates will be expected to apply existing knowledge and acquire new skills to help solve complex problems, all while gaining experience in the development and delivery of software solutions for U.S government customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary team to design and develop software solutions, document results and findings, and/or support test and integration of software systems.
• Apply previously acquired skills and knowledge to technical tasks.
• Effectively communicate with engineers in an Agile Scrum environment regarding current tasks.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in degree program and pursuing B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with C++, C#, Java, or Python object-oriented programming through course work, lab projects, and previous internships.
• Demonstrate problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance - US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using IDEs and software version control systems
• Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

January 28, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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• About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

• Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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• Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

• About Leidos
• Pay and Benefits
• Securing your Data
• Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.