General Dynamics Information Technology · 3 months ago
Summer 2026 Software Development Associate Internship
USA VA Herndon
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22.95/hr - $31.05/hr
0+ years exp
Start in 2026 SummerGeneral Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. They are seeking a Software Development Associate Intern who will assist in researching, designing, and developing software applications while collaborating with professionals to solve complex challenges.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in researching, designing, developing, and/or modifying enterprise-wide systems and/or software applications
Assist in designing and coding software components, units, and modules that meet product specifications and development schedules
Assist in performing systems modeling, simulation, and analysis
Assist in testing and debugging assigned components and units
Participates in large system and subsystem planning
Collaborate with hardware engineers on machine characteristics that affect software systems and works with them to resolve incompatibilities working closely with supervision, software development team and customer support team
Create and modify new and/or existing technical documentation such as user manuals, system documentation, and training materials
Troubleshoot problems and provides customer support for software operating systems and application issues
Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
Participate in special projects as required
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Systems Engineering, or a related STEM field from a United States-based college or university
At the start of this internship, you should have at least one year of school completed
Ability to work in office full-time
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills
Desire to learn new software languages and technologies
Prioritize tasks and responsibilities
Be active in seeking out ways to develop yourself and gain new knowledge personally and professionally
Intuitiveness with an ability to identify and solve complex problems related to rapidly changing technology
A sense of genuine, intellectual curiosity and a nimble mindset
Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, and Teams)
Information Systems, Software Applications, Software Systems
0 + years of related experience
Preferred
Understanding of automation technologies
Understanding of software development best practices
Understanding of ITSM concepts
Benefits
A variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
A 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
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