Software Engineering Intern or Co-Op

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Chantilly, VA

2d•$19 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions is seeking a Software Engineering Intern or Co-Op to join its team in Chantilly, Virginia during Summer 2027. The intern will support a project involving cloud-hosted services, data visualization technologies, and modern web frameworks. The position is primarily on site, with hybrid flexibility. The intern will contribute to the MTSI Analytic Suite for Space Technologies (MASST), including satellite orbit and coverage visualization capabilities, and help develop and maintain front-end UI components and back-end services. The role offers the opportunity to learn and apply software engineering concepts in an agile development environment while collaborating with the development team. US citizenship is required. The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance. The pay range is $19.00 to $23.00 per hour; actual base pay may vary based on government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers medical benefits, a 401(k), an ESOP, paid time off, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and the posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in computer science, data science, software engineering, or a related field.
Software development experience through coursework or personal projects.
General knowledge of Linux environments.
Willingness to learn new technologies and take on challenging tasks.
Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and self-motivation.
Rising junior with a minimum of two years of completed coursework.
GPA of 2.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
US citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity or proficiency with one or more programming languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, or Python.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience building or contributing to a front-end web application.
Experience with a modern front-end framework such as Vue, React, or Angular.
Experience with unit testing frameworks or tools.
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
Understanding of basic data structures, algorithms, and version control (Git).

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and maintenance of the MTSI Analytic Suite for Space Technologies (MASST), including satellite orbit and coverage visualization capabilities.
Help develop and maintain front-end UI components and back-end services for the MASST application.
Write, maintain, and execute unit tests to support code quality and reliability.
Participate in daily standups to review progress, identify blockers, and coordinate with the development team.
Participate in code reviews and team discussions to promote software development best practices.
Assist with debugging, documenting features, and improving system performance.
Collaborate with team members on design decisions, architecture discussions, and implementation plans.
Learn and apply software engineering concepts in an agile development environment.