Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.
Join us at the Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center and help shape the future of Earth science data systems. As part of our mission-driven team, you'll contribute to projects that make a global impact—supporting research, innovation, and technology that empower scientists and decision-makers worldwide.
Position Overview
This summer-based internship is open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students pursuing a career in software development. You will work on-site at the EROS Center near Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and gain real-world experience in software engineering. Candidate must have three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential.
Why You'll Love This Role
Work on meaningful projects that support Earth science and sustainability
Collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors who are passionate about innovation
Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in software development
Be part of a team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning
What You'll Gain
Practical experience with modern software development tools and methodologies
Exposure to cloud technologies and data systems
Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities for professional growth
Insight into government contracting and mission-critical IT operations
Core Responsibilities
Design and implement tasks required in the development of software products
Communicate and coordinate activities and technical status with your mentor, supervisor, Project Lead, and other team members
Ensure all software activities are conducted in accordance with standards and best practices
Support software planning including requirements definition, activity identification, and estimating
Perform and document preliminary and detailed design of software components
Implement software from detailed designs
Develop and conduct software testing
Document the testing effort through generation of test plans, procedures, and reports
Submit, analyze, and manage configuration change requests in accordance with CM processes
Participate in code reviews
Education & Skills
Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or equivalent
Required Skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
Experience using Python and C/C++
Experience interfacing with database systems
Unix/Linux experience
Desired Skills
This internship is designed to help you learn. Prior experience in all skills is not expected.
Postgres experience
Experience with remote sensing, digital image/signal processing techniques, and basic geography concepts such as map projections
Experience with AWS Cloud Services (S3, EC2, EKS, ECR, Lambda)
Experience with CI/CD
Experience with Infrastructure as Code
Experience with Artificial Intelligence for software code generation and documentation
Special Requirements
Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential
Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for facility access
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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