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Summer 2027 - Software Engineer Intern

Shield AISan Diego, CaliforniaSoftware
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Internship
Experience
Intern
Posted
8 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Summer 2027 - Software Engineer Intern is a 10-week paid internship at Shield AI in San Diego, California, offering students hands-on mentorship and project experience. This position suits individuals currently pursuing a technical degree who want to contribute to autonomous systems development.

Role Overview

Shield AI hires interns to design, build, and test software that powers intelligent systems across applications, embedded flight software, machine learning, and systems platforms. During the 10- to 12-week program, participants collaborate with full-time engineers using Agile practices to analyze requirements, write production-quality code, and deliver functional features.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with full-time engineering teams to analyze requirements and write production-quality code
Debug and test software features or capabilities utilizing standard Agile development methodologies
Build web, mobile, or desktop features or internal tools for mission-planning and fleet-management workflows
Develop and debug embedded C or C++ code for sensor modules or flight controllers, including hardware-in-the-loop testing
Train, evaluate, and integrate decision-making or perception models into autonomy pipelines
Extend data pipelines, APIs, or platform tools supporting cloud infrastructure, simulation, or autonomy software

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program focused on Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Fluent in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C, or C++
Fundamental understanding of software design principles, algorithms, and data structures
Prior experience writing, debugging, and testing code via personal projects, coursework, or past internships
Working knowledge of collaborative development workflows and version control tools like Git
Problem-solving abilities to translate ambiguous requirements into operational code
Communication skills for team collaboration

Nice to Have

Background in full-stack development or web and mobile application frameworks
Practical experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, embedded systems, or assembly debugging
Academic coursework or projects touching on deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch, machine learning, probability theory, or statistics
Familiarity with databases, cloud platforms, distributed systems, or networking
Knowledge of Agile or Scrum methodologies
Past competition, club, research, or internship background in aerospace, robotics, or autonomy
Exposure to the autonomous systems, defense, or aerospace sectors

Skills and Tools

C
C++
Python
Java
JavaScript
Git
PyTorch
TensorFlow

Salary and Benefits

Competitive pay
Housing stipend for qualified hires

About the Company

Shield AI functions as a venture-backed defense technology enterprise building intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its technology portfolio features Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools operating globally.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

CC++PythonJavaJavaScriptGitPyTorchTensorFlowDeep LearningMachine LearningDistributed Systems

Questions candidates ask

Who is eligible for the Summer 2027 - Software Engineer Intern position?

Students currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field who are Fall or Spring graduates.

How long is the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 10 to 12 weeks.

Is the internship paid?

Yes, it is a 10-week paid internship program that includes a housing stipend for qualified hires.

Where is the job located?

The role is located in San Diego, California.

What types of projects do interns work on?

Interns work on projects across four main areas: applications, firmware and embedded systems, machine learning, and systems development.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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