The board
- Hours
- Full time
- Where
- Centreville, VA
- Posted
- Sep 10
Worker Type
Supplemental
Job Description
Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.
We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the US, during the interview process we will be able to discuss specific details regarding team and location.
Summary
As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll be part of a collaborativ…
What you'd do
- Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components and systems.
- Contribute to the development of tools and applications that support AV robotics and aerospace platforms.
- Collaborate with engineers across software, hardware, and systems teams to integrate and test new capabilities.
- Participate in code reviews, documentation, and the use of version control and defect tracking tools.
- Help develop scripts or automation to improve team workflows and efficiency.
- Learn and apply best practices in software development processes, including Agile methodologies.
- Support the development of prototypes, simulations, and proof-of-concept demonstrations.
- Attend team meetings, contribute ideas, and learn to estimate development effort and timelines.
- Ability to work in an office and R&D lab environment (Constant)
- Required to sit, type, and use office equipment for extended periods (Frequent)
What they want
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong foundational knowledge in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
- Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, Git, Eclipse, or similar IDEs.
- Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
About AeroVironment
AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.
- Starts
- 2026-09-10