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MIT Lincoln Laboratory · 3 months ago

Group 05-53 | SRP Intern | Secure Resilient Systems and Technology | Summer 2026

Lexington, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$24.50/hr - $43/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a research and development center focused on national security, seeking summer interns for their Secure, Resilient Systems and Technology Group. As a summer research intern, you will help develop advanced technologies for the security and resiliency of mission-critical systems, working closely with experienced staff and participating in various group activities.

BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Help develop advanced technologies to ensure the security and resiliency of next-generation mission-critical systems

Conduct research and development in one of the focus areas

Participate in the group’s activities, including educational and social events

Qualification

Computer securityApplied cryptographySoftware architectureEmbedded systemsDevOpsProgramming RustProgramming C/C++Programming PythonAcademic research experienceCommunication skills

Required

Currently pursuing a BS (junior year or later preferred), MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Computer security, operating systems security, and virtualization

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Applied cryptography, security protocols, and secure communications

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Software architecture, software engineering, and programming (e.g., Rust, C/C++, Python)

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Embedded systems design and development (e.g., C, VHDL)

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: DevOps and the software development lifecycle, including design, documentation, and testing

Knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas: Academic research experience or publications in computer security, resiliency, or cryptography

Demonstrated ability to turn vision into reality

Demonstrated strong communication skills

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance

U.S. citizenship is required

Benefits

Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns, including access to discounted university housing in Boston and a one-time taxable relocation payment.

Complimentary daily shuttle transportation is provided from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab.