Software Developer Intern

Virtru • Washington, DC

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

While the rest of the security industry obsesses over locking data down to prevent it from being lost or stolen, we're doing something fundamentally different at Virtru. We're setting data free so that you can intentionally share it with others, but without sacrificing security, privacy, or control.
We've created both a suite of powerful data protection applications and an open platform that's sparking an ecosystem of innovation. Through the Trusted Data Format (TDF) open standard, we're not just protecting data; we're creating a new paradigm where security enables sharing rather than preventing it.
Think of us as the Android of data protection: a robust platform with an open core that developers and partners can build upon, coupled with our own best-in-class applications that showcase what's possible when you reimagine security from the ground up.
Backed by Iconiq Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Foundry Capital, and Tiger Global, we're helping Fortune 500 companies and government agencies discover that true data security means having the freedom to share, collaborate, and innovate — without compromise.
This is a paid Summer 2026 Internship. This is a temporary, full-time internship. Candidates must be able to commit to a 10 week program.
Compensation: $25/ hour
Team & Position Details:
As a Software Developer Intern on our Platform Web team, you will be working closely with our frontend engineering team and with our Platform team to enable managing our Data Security Platform with a web UI. Our stack consists of TypeScript, React, and MUI on the frontend, and Golang on the backend.
As a Virtru Summer Intern:
During the interview process, you will meet with your Manager and discuss role expectations, your interests, and your skills. As a Virtru intern, you will work closely with your team and assist with challenging tasks and responsibilities to help Virtru come closer to achieving our goals. And of course, if you would like to learn more about something, just ask.
In the Internship Cohort, you will be managed by your internship coordinator and HR advocate, Bella. Organized events, such as games nights, career workshops, and speaker series sessions are planned and executed specifically for interns.
As an important team member of Virtru, you will be included in company-wide meetings and events, including one-on-one sessions with your department’s executive leader (giving you a peek as to what it’s like working with us full-time)!. You will gain real-world, hands-on learning and contribute to critical elements of an enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) business. You will be joining a highly collaborative company, with the opportunity to reach out to anyone for questions, with a summer mentor and HR advocate to assist you with internal networking!
Events to note in the ten week summer session:
First week of Onboarding, just like a full-time employee!
Weekly sessions with your HR advocate, 1:1 and in a group setting
Two formal feedback sessions
1:1 session with Steering/Executive Leader
Opportunity for in-office visit/mentorship
This internship is for learners ready to work in a connected hybrid environment. While we are not a strict 9-5 work environment, you will be responsible for timely responses in Slack, email, and meeting attendance.

Requirements

• Experience building and running JavaScript applications
• Ability to break a problem down into smaller problems
• Willingness to ask questions

Nice To Haves

• Experience with TypeScript
• Experience with React
• Interest in cryptography

Responsibilities

• Building web-based software for our Data Security Platform
• Meeting with your manager for status updates
• Work with our design and UX team to refine functionality

Benefits

• A Hybrid Approach — Virtru is committed to being forever flexible when it comes to where, how, and when you get your work done. You have the option to work from home if that suits you best, or work from our brand new DC Headquarters if you prefer being in person!
• Internal mobility options for those interested in exploring their skills in other areas of the business
• Frequent company-sponsored Team Celebrations that provide ample opportunities to connect with teammates and be social!
• A high degree of flexibility — Have an appointment, errand, or family emergency to take care of? Hop to it! We give you the time and space to take care of you and your own first. We only ask that you communicate with your team and manager to let them know when you will be unavailable.
• In addition to wellbeing, Virtru places a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our DE&I Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and making the psychological safety of each and every one of our teammates a top priority. The Council also hosts a range of events throughout the year focused on the continual education of our teammates on social justice issues, current events, and marginalized cultures and communities.

What This Job Offers

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