Summary

GTRI's Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) conducts applied research, development, test, and evaluation of ground-based air and missile defense and rotary-wing aviation systems. The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) is currently seeking Interns for Spring 2027 to work on-site in Huntsville, AL on software development or systems engineering on a variety of defense programs. The selected candidate will work as part of a team to add value to customer deliverables. The selected candidate will be writing code in multiple languages supporting multiple projects.

Job description

Job Description

GTRI's Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) conducts applied research, development, test, and evaluation of ground-based air and missile defense and rotary-wing aviation systems. The Applied Systems Laboratory (ASL) is currently seeking Interns for Spring 2027 to work on-site in Huntsville, AL on software development or systems engineering on a variety of defense programs. The selected candidate will work as part of a team to add value to customer deliverables. The selected candidate will be writing code in multiple languages supporting multiple projects.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
2.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Full-Time Intern - Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
Part-Time Intern - Must be registered for 6+ credit hours

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in 1 or more programming languages
Task/team leadership experience
Strong math skills and ability to learn complex engineering concepts
Familiarity with Linux and open source tools
Configuration management tools
Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas

Hours per Week

20 hours per week

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US Citizens.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
2.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Full-Time Intern - Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
Part-Time Intern - Must be registered for 6+ credit hours
Must be a US Citizen

Company overview

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology, serving as one of the nation's premier university-affiliated research centers. Established in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has evolved into a comprehensive research organization that conducts cutting-edge applied research across multiple domains including defense systems, cybersecurity, telecommunications, energy systems, and biomedical engineering. With a workforce of over 2,000 researchers, engineers, and support staff, GTRI operates numerous specialized research laboratories and collaborates extensively with government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions. The institute is particularly renowned for its work in radar systems, electronic warfare, and advanced communications technologies, contributing significantly to national security and technological innovation. GTRI's research portfolio spans both classified and unclassified projects, with a strong emphasis on translating fundamental research into practical solutions that address complex real-world challenges across defense, commercial, and public sectors.