Software Engineer Summer Intern

Amentum

Applications Closed

Posted 4 days ago

Internship

Cocoa Beach, Florida

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will support the Space Force Range Contract team by developing lab system reservation capabilities and creating utilization metric reports. They will also assist in transitioning lab schedule data and providing training on new scheduling tools to engineering staff.

Amentum is seeking a Software Engineer Intern with strong communication and organizational skills. The role requires candidates to be enrolled in a college or university program as a sophomore or above (or a recent graduate within the last year) and be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and an interest in SFRC-related fields are also desired.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Software engineering

Data collection

Research methods

Technical support

Requirements implementation

Documentation

Training

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Job Description

Amentum is seeing a Software Engineer Intern supporting the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) for a 10-week summer program.

Position Summary

The SFRC Summer Intern will support the daily operations, projects, and strategic initiatives of the SFRC team. This role provides hands‑on experience in a professional environment where the intern will assist with research, data collection, administrative tasks, field or technical support (depending on program needs), and coordination of departmental activities. The intern will gain exposure to organizational procedures, teamwork, and real‑world problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

  • Requirements & Implementation: Develop requirements and work with Stargate developers to deploy a new Lab Systems Reservations capability within the Stargate Application.
  • Utilization Reports: Work with Stargate developers to develop Lab Utilization Metric Reports.
  • Transition Data: Assist Stargate developers in transitioning lab schedule data from old Lab Scheduler tool to Stargate.
  • Documentation: Create user manuals or training aids for the new Stargate process.  Document lesson learned.
  • Training & Support: Train engineering staff and managers on the effective use of new scheduling tools and lessons learned.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a college or university program as a sophomore or above (or a recent graduate within the last year).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or similar tools.
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and work in a team environment.
  • Interest in SFRC‑related fields (administration, research, operations, fieldwork, or technical disciplines).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship 

Preferred Skills (Optional)

  • Experience with data entry, research methods, or project coordination.
  • Familiarity with digital collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
  • Basic knowledge relevant to the SFRC’s focus area (e.g., operations, field services, research, conservation, engineering—depending on the organization).

Benefits for the Intern

  • Hands‑on experience in a professional setting.
  • Exposure to real‑world projects and operational processes.
  • Mentorship from SFRC professionals.
  • Opportunity to develop communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
  • Potential for future employment consideration.

Compensation Details:

$20.00 per hour

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

04/02/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

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