Full Stack Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Raft • McLean, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Raft is hiring a Full Stack Engineering Intern for a summer 2027 internship based at Raft HQ in McLean, Virginia. The internship runs from June to August 2027 and is described as part-time, up to 40 hours per week. Compensation is $20–$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. This is a U.S.-based role: applicants must be U.S. citizens, and all work must be conducted within the continental United States. Interns may be exposed to sensitive work related to government operations.

The intern will contribute to frontend and backend development for applications, building user-friendly web pages and interfaces with modern frontend technologies such as Angular, Ionic, or React. They will develop features for in-house applications and work with experienced engineers on projects intended to challenge and develop their technical skills. The role also uses CI/CD pipelines to automate and streamline code deployment and support reliable application updates.

Raft is a customer-obsessed, non-traditional defense technology company that develops AI/ML and data solutions for U.S. military and government agencies. Its work focuses on distributed data systems, platforms at scale, and complex application development. The company describes its culture as mission-focused and highly collaborative, guided by its Ubuntu philosophy and commitment to innovation, customer obsession, and cognitive and cultural diversity.

Applicants are asked to submit a brief video, approximately one minute long, alongside their application. The video should cover their education, work experience, and an example of successful teamwork.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, master's, or PhD program; candidates who graduated in May 2026 will also be considered.
• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related degree program.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or Golang for backend development.
• Proficiency with frontend tools and frameworks such as Bootstrap, Ionic, JavaScript, and/or TypeScript.
• Basic understanding of version control tools such as Git.
• U.S. citizenship; interns may be exposed to sensitive work related to government operations.
• All work must be conducted within the continental United States.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams on mission-critical projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical ideas effectively within the team.

Nice To Haves

• Senior undergraduate standing or current enrollment in a master's or PhD program, with the ability to contribute in a fast-paced, real-world environment.
• Familiarity with frontend frameworks such as Vue, React, NodeJS, or Angular.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Kubernetes.
• Eagerness to gain hands-on experience in frontend or backend development.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies or interest in learning Agile project management practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to frontend and backend development for applications.
• Build user-friendly web pages and interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Develop features and functionalities for in-house applications in collaboration with experienced engineers.
• Use CI/CD pipelines to streamline and automate code deployment and support reliable application updates.
• Collaborate with team members to build scalable, secure software systems for mission-critical projects.
• Conduct research to support software feature design and implementation.
• Document and report on project progress and outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed