Software Engineering Intern III, Summer 2027 (Onsite)

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San Diego, CA, USA
Hybrid
50K-68K Annually
Internship
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Where purpose connects.
The Role
Summer software engineering intern contributing to code development, debugging, and system stability improvements. Work with modern stacks (frontend, backend, cloud, databases) while learning in a collaborative LEAP internship program and supporting defense-related projects.
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Job Description
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F 35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
BAE Systems, Inc. is looking for a highly motivated and driven software engineering intern to join our summer internship program for 2027. As a Software Engineer Technical Intern, you will join a team of engineers supporting software development opportunities that provide value to our customers and solve real world problems. Your contributions will play a crucial role in ensuring our partner's mission accomplishment and support the defense of our nation.
As a team member, your daily tasks may include:
  • Developing new code
  • Resolving critical problems
  • Improving system stability and resilience, and so much more!
We strive to provide an open, collaborative environment which promotes growth, learning, and cooperation to make BAE a great working environment for the very best software engineers in the industry. Our goal is to provide our interns with the opportunity to grow past the academic realm of knowledge, and step into the vast world of Software Engineering. This is accomplished while also providing meaningful contributions which make a difference for our country and the world.
BAE Systems works with state-of-the-art technologies that will expand your software toolbox in a real-world Software Engineering environment. Your internship may include the opportunity to work with new client-based frameworks like REACT/AngularJS, new architectures like AWS, Azure, Rancher, Kubernetes, new server-side frameworks like GRADLE and SPRING, database implementations like SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NOSQL(MongoDB, Allegrograph, Mark Logic, Redis, DynamoDB), and various other technologies.
If you are looking for a challenge and are seeking a rewarding experience with the opportunity to make a difference, please consider joining our highly praised internship program for the summer of 2027.
In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Transitioning into Junior or Senior year during the Summer of 2027 or pursing a graduate degree
  • Majoring in one of the following programs:
    • Computer Science
    • Computer Engineering
    • Software Engineering
    • Other coding related degree
  • Knowledge of Data Structures and Object Oriented Programming
  • Driven to learn and a passion for providing excellent products
  • Proficient in one of the following languages:
    • Java
    • C++
    • C#
    • Python
    • JavaScript

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Knowledge of AGILE based development
  • Frontend development and visualization tools/languages such as:
    • Angular
    • HTML 5.0
    • CSS 3.0 / SASS
    • ReactJS
    • WebSockets
    • WebGL / OpenGL / GSSL
    • Canvas
    • Qt
    • ChartJS / D3
  • Backend development tools/languages such as:
    • Spring Framework
    • Gradle
    • Maven
    • Docker
    • Kafka
    • Bash
    • NodeJS
  • Any Infrastructure/DevOps tools such as:
    • AWS
    • Azure
    • Gitlab
    • Jenkins
    • Git
    • Kubertes
    • Rancher
    • Helm
  • Database experience utilizing any of the following:
    • Oracle
    • PostgreSQL
    • MySQL
    • MongoDB
    • REDIS
    • Elastisearch
  • Experience with image processing, machine learning, or GIS packages such as:
    • MathWorks
    • OpenCV
    • PyTorch
    • ArcGIS
    • QGIS

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $50079 - $67640
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Transitioning into Junior or Senior year during Summer 2027 or pursuing a graduate degree
  • Major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or other coding-related degree
  • Knowledge of Data Structures and Object Oriented Programming
  • Driven to learn and a passion for providing excellent products
  • Proficient in one of: Java, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript
  • Knowledge of AGILE-based development
  • Frontend development/visualization tools: Angular, HTML5, CSS3/SASS, ReactJS, WebSockets, WebGL/OpenGL/GSSL, Canvas, Qt, ChartJS/D3
  • Backend development tools: Spring Framework, Gradle, Maven, Docker, Kafka, Bash, NodeJS
  • Infrastructure/DevOps tools: AWS, Azure, GitLab, Jenkins, Git, Kubernetes, Rancher, Helm
  • Database experience: Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch
  • Experience with image processing, machine learning, or GIS packages such as MathWorks, OpenCV, PyTorch, ArcGIS, QGIS

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials outline comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside an EAP, fertility and transgender care, and HSA-compatible plans with employer HSA contributions noted for 2025.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer matching (varying by business unit) and added financial protections like life and accident insurance are consistently part of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave from date of hire, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, backup care, and caregiving resources signal robust support for families.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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As the work place continues to evolve, so do we. Remote and hybrid opportunities are available at BAE Systems depending on the nature of the role. Check your job requisition to learn more.

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