Battelle · 1 day ago
Software Engineering Intern - Back End (Summer 2026)
Washington, DC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerBattelle is a company focused on solving humanity’s most pressing challenges through science and technology. They are seeking a Software Engineering Intern – Back End Developer to support the development of software applications for internal and commercial projects, including government contract work in homeland security.
Biotechnology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Works with other team members to design, build, modify, and implement software solutions
Follow functional requirements and documentation to code, modify and debug programs for assigned projects or functional areas
Support data management activities by creating database schemas, processing data, and performing data validation
Applies standard practices to analyze programs and formulate logic, prepare flowcharting, perform coding, and test/debug programs
Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation
Additional duties include supporting test and evaluation of transportation security systems
Qualification
Required
Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or related field of study
Must have at least two years of undergraduate coursework completed by the start of the internship
Familiarity with object-oriented concepts and programming languages such as, but not limited to, C#, Python, C++, or Java
Must be a self-starter, adaptable, able to dynamically change focus while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain an Active DOD Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain Transportation Security Administration Suitability
Preferred
Fundamental understanding of relational databases
Experience GUI programming
Benefits
Flexible work schedules: Most teams follow a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
Employee Resource Groups that help cultivate an inclusive and welcoming community
Social and professional networking events with Battelle Senior Leadership and your colleagues
Opportunities for philanthropic involvement to give back and make an impact in the community
Company
Battelle
Battelle Memorial Institute is a nonprofit research and development organization.
Founded in 1923
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$422.1MKey Investors
Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)National Science Foundation
2023-11-08Grant· $6.1M
2023-09-22Grant· $416M
Leadership Team
Lou Von Thaer
President and Chief Executive Officer
Matt Vaughan
President of Contract Research
Recent News
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Washington Technology
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