Summer 2026 Software Developer Internship

General Dynamics Information Technology

9d•$23 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Summer 2026 Software Developer Internship Praxis Engineering, a GDIT company, provides cutting-edge technology capabilities and unmatched expertise to deliver mission-critical solutions that drive impact and support customer needs. What sets a Praxis internship experience apart from other organizations in the industry? Praxis Engineering, a GDIT Company, is seeking top performing college students for our 10-week Summer 2026 Internship Program. This is an opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience in at least one of our key technical focus areas, which include Full-Spectrum Cyberspace Operations, Data Science/Machine Learning/AI, and High-Performance Computing. The selected individuals will work closely with experienced mentors on Praxis’ in-house software project(s). Over the course of the internship, students will focus on the following three items: Building hands-on experience with modern software and technologies Learning best practices in the software development lifecycle and how to work efficiently as a team Creating and delivering professional-grade demos and presentations – critical skills for well-rounded engineers This is meaningful internal research and development work that offers a glimpse into what life at Praxis is like! At the conclusion of our 10-week program, successful interns will have demonstrated: Excellent technical aptitude and an ability to learn and absorb new things Reliability and accountability: saying what you’re going to do and doing what you say Effective collaboration with Praxis mentors and other intern team members Compliance with all relevant Praxis/GDIT policies and processes Praxis interns are paid and full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 consecutive weeks. Take the first step and apply today! At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. That’s why we invest in our people, including students and recent graduates. We understand the critical missions of tomorrow will be powered by the diverse thinkers and future leaders of today. Experience the opportunities we have for you to make an impact on complex projects and on the start of your career.

Requirements

At least 2 years of education towards a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or similar Engineering degree (we will consider strong candidates from any major with at least 1 year of Computer Science coursework)
Demonstrated experience and/or training in software development and proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C/C++, Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript.
Demonstrated experience and/or training in software design/development best practices and methodologies.
Passion for solving complex software engineering problems, continuously learning, and working effectively in a collaborative team environment!
Interest in developing engineering soft skills like demoing, building presentations, and public speaking
US Citizenship required
Must be eligible to obtain a TS/SCI with POLY clearance

Responsibilities

Building hands-on experience with modern software and technologies
Learning best practices in the software development lifecycle and how to work efficiently as a team
Creating and delivering professional-grade demos and presentations – critical skills for well-rounded engineers