Summer 2026 Software Development Internship

Overview

On Site
USD 22.95 - 31.05 per hour
Full Time

Skills

Security Clearance
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Software Development
Writing
Shipping
Roadmaps
Performance Tuning
Screening
Collaboration
Mentorship
Professional Development
Communication
Microsoft Office
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Excel
Computer Science
Java
Python
SAP BASIS
Telecommuting
Taxes
Apache Flex
Military
Insurance
Professional Services
Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Cloud Computing
Application Development

Job Details

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
SAC/Temp 5C

Job Family:
Interns

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Communication, Learning Quickly, Problem Solving
Certifications:
None
Experience:
0 + years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

GDIT Summer Internship Program - Summer 2026 Software Development Internship

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We value:
  • Writing code rather than documents
  • Shipping products rather than talking about roadmaps
  • Big features rather than changing button colors

If this sounds like you, let's talk.

Who You Are:

We're looking for exceptional engineers who are passionate about our mission and have a strong desire to make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Python/Java or similar language; an expert in majority of language constructs, able to apply them fluently to solve complicated and complex problems and have experience with performance tuning.

What You'll Do:
  • Work in a fast paced, collaborative environment where ideas are discussed and challenged openly
  • Deliver new features and improve reliability of our core services including the 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 over core product problems, be able to come up with your own solutions that you love and prove through data that it is impactful at scale
  • Work across the stack to solve problems, there is no reliance on another engineer or team to get something done for you
  • Participate in a mentoring circle led by an early career champion.
  • Interact with GDIT leaders.
  • Participate in professional development.

What You'll Need to Deliver Your Best Every Day

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to build meaningful relationships with manager and members of your team in a remote environment.
  • Be self-aware enough to identify and correct your mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when needed.
  • Prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
  • Be active in seeking out ways to develop yourself and gain new knowledge personally and professionally.
  • Intuitiveness with an ability to identify and solve complex problems related to rapidly changing technology.
  • A sense of genuine, intellectual curiosity and a nimble mindset
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, and Teams)

The Must-Haves
  • Currently enrolled senior in a bachelor's or master's degree program in computer science, IT, engineering, or other STEM field from a United States-based college or university.
  • Proficiency in JAVA/Python
  • Desire to learn new software languages and technologies.

GDIT interns are paid and full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 consecutive weeks. Applicants should have a minimum of one semester remaining in their studies after their internship concludes. Take the first step and apply today!

Note: We receive a high volume of applications and review them on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Our goal is to follow up with you within two weeks of your application.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $22.95 - $31.05. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Remote

Work Location:
USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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