Software Engineer Intern

Company: Prescient Edge
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Prescient Edge, a veteran-owned business that provides development and production services to the Federal government, is seeking a software engineering intern. Within the software development life cycle, the software engineering intern will: Be responsible for analysis, coding, testing, documenting processes, and applications from detailed requirements. Participate in the preparation of specifications, developing software through delivering customer focused end items. Learn and gain real world experience from a world class organization while working closely with other developers to solve complex data challenges for the Government. Our primary focus is aviation platforms with external sensors for data collection and surveillance with opportunities in mobile and marine environments. Essential duties and requirements include: Assist in gathering and refining requirements Analyze requirements for discussion with team members Creates or modifies software to adapt to requirements and direction from team lead Read, understand, and troubleshoot code and how that translates into data Review, test, and validate code, revising to eliminate errors in processing Develop a basic understanding of systems and technology used by the Federal government Develop a basic understanding of the functions of other departments as needed or when appropriate Other duties as assigned This internship is paid and will be located within 1-2 hours of the Washington D.C. area. Relocation assistance is not available, but travel will be required to support various development activities. The software engineering intern must be able and willing to work the required schedule with a minimum of 10-12 continuous weeks and at least 30 hours per week. Requirements Must be a U.S. Citizen Current software engineering student in good standing at an accredited university and scheduled to graduate by spring 2022 Currently enrolled in or completed course work that is relevant to assigned organizational area Knowledge and experience with C++, Java/scripting, and Linux Highly motivated and self-starting Comfortable working in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment Ability to commit to at least a 10-12 weeks with at least 30 hours of work per week Demonstrated/proven record of academic success Ability to successfully work in a team environment Ability to remain flexible and adaptable Demonstrated ability and eagerness to learn new technologies Demonstrated openness for learning, growth, and coaching by peers and more senior level teammates General knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Ability to effectively utilize problem-solving skills Ability to perform tasks within predefined guidelines and procedures as assigned by manager or project team Active security clearance is preferred, but not required Must be able to lift/carry 20-50 lbs

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