Software Engineering Internship

Supports the Science, Engineering, and Technology (SET) business unit in the development of autonomy and command and control (C2) software for uncrewed air, ground, and waterborne systems. Learns skills related to their degree while also supporting departments across the organization with technical tasks. Work is performed under immediate supervision and provides a real-world application of classroom knowledge.

• Experience hands on work experience in support of on-going projects.
• Provide administrative and technical support.
• Deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment by managing time and effort across multiple projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree or graduate degree program at an accredited college/university in a STEM field and must have completed at least 2 years of higher education at the time of the internship (Summer 2025).
• 0-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Candidate must be a team player and be creative, adaptive, and excited to learn.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge or experience with C, C++, Java, or C#/.NET.
• Prefer understanding of Agile software development.
• Familiarity with git for software source control and configuration management is a plus.
• Experience with remote controlled boats, vehicles, or planes is a plus.
• Experience with Linux is a plus
• Experience with single board computers (Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, etc.) is a plus.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work with supervision and have accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service. 
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!