University, 2027 Summer Games Software Developer Intern

About the role

The Summer Games is an innovative internship program that attracts some of the nation’s best and brightest students. The goal is to develop a breakthrough idea or solution for one of our customer's most pressing, complex, and multidimensional problems while developing valuable technical skills. This competitive and collaborative program attracts thousands of applicants each year. Simulating a real-world startup accelerator environment, the interns are divided into teams, each working on a different challenge project. Throughout the Games, interns receive mentorship from senior leaders, solve problems using Booz Allen’s products and unique engagement models, and leverage the power of collaboration in a team environment. The summer culminates with a final Challenge Cup competition and presentation to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Work in teams to solve complex, multidimensional problems for customers
• Develop software solutions using programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, Python, Perl, R, or Bash
• Apply machine learning, data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms to research and software development tasks
• Conduct research and write software to address customer challenges
• Produce technical documentation and create design artifacts
• Work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Requirements

• Experience with programming languages, including Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, Python, Perl, R, or Bash
• Experience with machine learning, data mining, statistics, or graph algorithms in academic or internship environments
• Experience conducting research and writing software
• Ability to produce technical documentation and create design artifacts
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in a Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field by Winter 2027 or 2028, or Spring 2027 or 2028

Nice to have

• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance
• Work-life programs and dependent care
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). Salary is determined by various factors, including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements.