Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!  

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Spring 2026 Internship - Software Engineering Intern to join the team!

This is a temporary role not to exceed 12 weeks.

The Spring 2026 Internship - Software Engineering Intern will:

• A strong candidate will demonstrate strong skills in developing software applications, adapting software/firmware for use with robotic devices, and Graphical User Interface development.  Experience with developing systems, formulas, or methods that help track or maintain human health, especially during spaceflight will be valuable to potential candidates.  An interest in human technology development is important.
• Potential development projects include sensorimotor training tools for microgravity applications, software application development, firmware development, and modeling/simulation of humans in conjunction with health countermeasure systems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications - External

Requisition Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Completed at least 45 credit hours.
• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.
• Must have experience developing software applications.
• Must have GUI development experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills will be expected to interact with customers and management at all levels effectively.
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or WebEx.
• An interest in human technology development.

Requisition Preferences: 

• Must be a student enrolled in an accredited engineering program (bachelor's or master's).
• Previous NASA experience is a plus. 
• Experience with developing systems, formulas, or methods that help track or maintain human health, especially during spaceflight.
• Biomechanical modeling/simulation experience
• Coursework in the following subjects: Biomedical Engineering, and Human Factors is a plus. 
• Experience developing software/firmware for use with robotics devices is a plus. 

Why Join Our Team?

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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