Software Engineering Intern

Job ID: 2614089 Location: San Diego, CA, US Date Posted: 2026-06-29 Category: Student Subcategory: Intern Schedule: Casual (includes On-Call and Temporary) Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking to hire a Software Engineer Intern . We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled intern to join our team. This role is in San Diego, CA and must be local to the area . The ideal candidate is an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for cybersecurity, software development, and emerging technologies. This position offers hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. JOB DUTIES: Support development and research initiatives using C++, Python, or C in a Linux-based environment. Assist in network monitoring and packet analysis using tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump. Contribute to security analysis and software assurance research efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical projects and deliverables. Participate in documentation efforts including technical reports or research papers. Apply knowledge of secure architectures and cyber-physical systems to real-world challenges. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: High School and two (2) or more years of college coursework. Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field. Must be able to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance to start. Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance after start. Demonstrated software development experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or C. Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line environments. DESIRED SKILLS: Experience with network analysis tools such as Wireshark. Familiarity with SSH key-based authentication and secure data transfer practices. Prior internship or research experience in a DoD, government, or defense contractor environment. SOFT SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly. Ability to collaborate effectively within diverse, multi-person teams. Demonstrates adaptability in fast-paced or dynamic environments. High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy. Target salary range: Up to $40,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .