Intern - Software Engineering

San Diego, California, United States

• Category: Software Engineering

Description

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Overview

General Atomics pioneers' technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product line within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

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Job Summary

General Atomics, Inc. (GA), and its affiliates, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have exciting opportunities for Software Developer Interns in a variety of fields of study, both locally and other locations:

Software Engineering

Computer Science

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, participates in the day-to-day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks.

Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems.

Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts.

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

Requires active enrollment and currently attending as an undergraduate/graduate student at a recognized college or university.

Candidates will be required to commit to the 10-week program, two sessions available beginning June 1, 2026, or June 22, 2026.

Full- or part-time continuing student enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Applicants who will have completed their undergraduate degree by the time the internship program would begin, must be planning to continue in a graduate program immediately following the conclusion of the internship program.

3.0 cumulative GPA preferred

Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately.

Ability to follow general and detailed instructions as well as organizational policies and procedures.

Basic communication and interpersonal skills to enable effective interface with internal professionals.

Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Basic computer skills.

This position pays at an hourly rate $29.00 - $37.00/hour, depending on your specific field of study and the number of college years completed.

Salary:

$44,590-$66,295

Company

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General Atomics

General Atomics is a defense and diversified technologies company, founded in 1955 as a Division of General Dynamics and acquired by the Blue family in 1986. GA and affiliated companies operate on five continents and include GA Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).

GA-ASI produces a series of unmanned aircraft and provides electro-optical, radar, signals intelligence, and automated airborne surveillance systems. GA’s Electromagnetic Systems Division produces electro-magnetic aircraft launch and recovery systems for the US Navy, satellite surveillance, electro-magnetic rail gun, high power laser, hypervelocity projectile, and power conversion systems.

GA is the principal private sector participant in thermonuclear fusion research through its internationally recognized DIII-D and inertial confinement programs for the US Department of Energy. GA developed the UCSD Supercomputer Center and has constructed more than 60 TRIGA nuclear research reactors in 24 countries. GA is a leader in development of next-generation nuclear fission and high-temperature materials technologies.

Other GA affiliates include General Atomics Europe GmbH with principal facilities in the German States of Saxony and Brandenburg, Heathgate Resources Pty Ltd (South Australia), GA Uranium Resources Group, and the GA-Honeywell uranium conversion partnership.

The company occupies 8+ million square feet of engineering, laboratory and manufacturing facilities and comprises over 13,000 employees.