Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.
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The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.
Job Summary
We are seeking highly motivated emerging talent to participate in a 10-week immersive internship program from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027. This program offers university students hands-on experience through project-based work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Throughout the program, Interns will have exposure to mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities.
The Software Engineer intern will support Voyager Technologies at one of the following locations: San Diego, CA El Segundo, CA Folsom, CA Reno, NV Long Beach, CA Pittsburgh, PA Houston, TX
The Software Engineering Intern will support the engineering team with a variety of activities related to software development, testing, integration, and technical documentation. This internship provides an opportunity to apply software engineering principles to real-world projects while collaborating with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams. The intern may contribute to projects involving software development, application or service development, automation, data systems, APIs, testing, or other software engineering initiatives based on current business and engineering priorities.
Responsibilities
- Assist with designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software for assigned projects.
- Learn and work with existing software systems, codebases, APIs, databases, and development tools as appropriate.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of software features, tools, services, or applications.
- Assist with integrating software components and validating functionality through testing and debugging.
- Develop and execute test cases or other methods to verify software meets defined requirements.
- Participate in troubleshooting and resolving software issues.
- Document technical designs, implementation approaches, testing activities, and integration steps.
- Collaborate with software, systems, engineering, and other cross-functional teams as needed.
- Participate in code reviews, team meetings, technical discussions, training sessions, and other learning opportunities.
- Contribute ideas for improving software functionality, development processes, and team efficiency.
- Complete assigned projects and deliverables accurately and within established timelines.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university, preferably pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated understanding of fundamental software engineering and programming concepts.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language.
- Familiarity with software development principles, APIs, databases, or related technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to learn and apply new programming languages, technologies, tools, and development environments.
- Ability to travel for in-person orientation and program kickoff, as well as for the final presentation at program completion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous internship, coursework, academic project, or other relevant software engineering experience.
- Experience developing software applications, services, scripts, or automation tools.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
- Experience working with APIs, databases, cloud technologies, or software development frameworks.
- Exposure to software testing, debugging, or continuous integration/deployment practices.
- Familiarity with AI/ML, data processing, embedded software, or other specialized technologies is a plus, depending on project needs.
Hourly Pay Range: $23.50-$30.00 per hour *Hourly rate determined by academic year, college major, line of business, geography
Please click “Apply” to submit your application.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.
California pay range $23.50 — $30 USD
Nevada pay range $23.50 — $30 USD
