Intern - Undergraduate (technical)

58518BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Intern with a field of study in Software Engineering to join our Electromagnetic Systems team in Herndon, Virginia!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, participates in the day-to-day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks.

• Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems.

• Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Desired Skills: Software Design, Embedded software, bench top experience, Software Engineering and Computer Science; Python Scripting, Computer Programming, or Technical Writing.

• Candidates will be required to commit to the 10 week program, two sessions available beginning June 1, 2027 or June 21, 2027.

• Requires active enrollment and currently attending as an undergraduate student at a recognized college or university.

• Applicants who will have completed their undergraduate degree by the time the internship program would begin, must be planning to continue in a graduate program immediately following the conclusion of the internship program.

• 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred

• Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately.

• Ability to follow general and detailed instructions as well as organizational policies and procedures.

• Basic communication and interpersonal skills to enable effective interface with internal professionals.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

• Basic computer skills.

This position pays at an hourly rate of $30.00 - $32.00/hr., depending on your specific field of study and the number of college years completed.

Job Category:

Engineering

Experience Level:

Internship

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low:

42,000

Pay Range High:

62,250

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.