Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.
Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward- thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.
Capital Technology Group (CTG) is thrilled to welcome a new cohort of ambitious undergraduate and graduate students for our Summer 2026 Software Development Internship. If you love building things, solving real-world problems, and collaborating with a talented team, this is your chance to make an impact while learning from experienced engineers.
This internship is hybrid, with 2–3 days in the Silver Spring, Maryland office each week and the rest remote. The program is full time at 40 hours per week and runs for 8 weeks from June 22 through August 14.
As a Software Development Intern, you’ll own features and contribute to projects that support mission-critical work. You’ll collaborate in a small engineering team, get mentorship from CTG technical leads, and gain hands-on experience building applications with modern technologies, including AWS cloud services, contemporary frameworks, and agile development practices. Your work will be meaningful, your contributions visible, and your learning immediate!
Throughout the summer, you’ll join a weekly speaker series with CTG engineers and leaders, exploring software fundamentals, DevOps, data workflows, and user-centered design. You’ll also participate in career growth training, including resume development, interviewing, and networking. The internship culminates with a final presentation where you showcase the projects you built, the skills you developed, and the impact of your work.
Application Expectations
🚨 Deadline: January 5th
Make sure to submit your application by this date!
💥 Next Steps
We'll review applications on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be sent out an exciting challenge due January 9th!
📅 January – Let’s Connect!
Throughout the month, we’ll reach out to connect with promising candidates and learn more about you. We’ll have some additional conversations along the way as we get closer to selecting our finalists.
🎉 By February 2nd
We’ll extend offers and officially welcome you to the Capital Technology Group team!
At CTG, you’ll earn while you learn, collaborate with a team that champions creativity and innovation, and gain hands-on experience that sets you apart. You’ll build your professional portfolio, connect with mentors and peers, and tackle exciting challenges in a supportive environment. Along the way, you’ll celebrate successes, learn from setbacks, and have fun doing meaningful work that impacts millions of people. If you’re ready to create, innovate, and grow this summer, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance software applications as part of a collaborative, agile team working in Scrum sprints, taking ownership of features that make a real impact
- Attend daily stand-ups and other scheduled team meetings to stay aligned, share progress, and collaborate effectively
- Work on exciting technical projects involving software development, data analysis, and cloud technologies
- Collaborate with other interns and team members on group tasks, problem-solving, and peer learning opportunities
- Participate in technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, and code reviews to learn directly from industry experts during weekly speaker sessions
- Go into the office 2–3 times per week to connect with the team, participate in hands-on activities, and engage in in-person learning
- Present your work throughout the internship and showcase your contributions, skills, and growth in an end-of-summer final presentation
Requirements
- US Citizen
- Living in the DC Metro area
- College student majoring in Computer Science or a related field (priority given to rising seniors)
- At least two past software development projects uploaded to an accessible Git repository (school or personal projects demonstrating strong technical skills)
- Familiarity with Java or Python
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React
- Comfortable navigating the Linux shell and using Git
- Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a passion for problem-solving
- Interest in building a professional portfolio and expanding your network
- A proactive, collaborative mindset with a drive to learn and innovate
Nice to Have
- Public-facing sites, apps, or demos you’ve created yourself
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) or modern software frameworks
Why Intern with Capital Technology Group?
- Earn while you learn - Enjoy a paid internship with a competitive stipend of ($750.00 - $850.00 per week, depending on candidate qualifications)
- Work on impactful projects that make a difference
- Collaborate with a team that values innovation, learning, and growth
- Gain hands-on experience with modern software development tools and technologies
- Build your professional network, portfolio, and get career mentorship from experienced professionals
- Share laughs and enjoy the journey while tackling challenges together
If this gets you excited - let’s chat!
- Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) with 4% matching
- Liberal PTO vacation policy
- Generous Annual Continuing Education
- Annual Wellness Budget
- Bonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)
Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!
Capital Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What We Do
Capital Technology Group provides technical leadership and expert consulting services for a wide range of business needs and information technologies including: enterprise architecture and application integration, custom application development, big data, and search. Our consultants have broad knowledge and deep, hands-on technical experience managing the full software development lifecycle from understanding business drivers and release planning, through system architecture and design, to delivery of quality and maintainable software. Capital Technology Group has supported government and commercial clients in the Washington, DC area since 2010.
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