Software Engineer Intern

Software Engineering Intern For Summer 2026

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C, C++, or Python. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python
• Pursuing degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree program from an accredited college/university
• Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Agile Software Development
• Experience or classroom knowledge with embedded software/hardware
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.