Summer 2027 Software Development Internship

About the Role

GDIT Summer Internship Program – Summer 2027 Software Development Internship. Sponsorship is not available for this role. The internship is paid, full‑time (40 hours/week) for 10 consecutive weeks, and is offered in a hybrid work model based in Falls Church, VA, USA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver new features and improve reliability of core services, including major read/write paths for customer intake, application screening, and information dissemination.
• Identify major system bottlenecks or flaws in business logic and proactively address them.
• Take ownership of core product problems, devise solutions, and prove impact at scale through data.
• Work across the full stack to solve problems without relying on another engineer or team.
• Participate in a mentoring circle led by an early‑career champion, interact with GDIT leaders, and engage in professional development activities.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and ability to build meaningful relationships in a remote environment.
• Self‑awareness to identify and correct mistakes; willingness to ask for help when needed.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
• Proactive pursuit of personal and professional development.
• Intuitive problem‑solving skills for rapidly changing technology.
• Genuine intellectual curiosity and a nimble mindset.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Teams).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled senior in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in computer science, IT, engineering, or another STEM field at a U.S. college or university.
• Proficiency in Java or Python.
• Desire to learn new software languages and technologies.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• No clearance required; ability to obtain none.
• Minimum of one semester remaining after the internship.

Skills

• Communication
• Learning quickly
• Problem solving

Benefits

GDIT offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package for U.S.-based employees, including multiple medical plan options (some with Health Savings Accounts), dental and vision plans, a 401(k) with pre‑ and post‑tax contributions and company match, flexible work weeks, paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, jury duty), short‑ and long‑term disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel & accident insurance. The package is regularly reviewed to stay competitive.

Pay

The likely hourly rate is between $22.95 – $31.05, subject to experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Schedule

40 hours per week for a 10‑week period. The position is hybrid with no travel required.