Computer Science Co-op Spring 2026 {D}

ARKA Group L.P. (ARKA) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military intelligence community and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

Our Student Program provides amazing opportunities to develop functional job skills and gain real-world experience and expertise. We offer spring fall and year-round internships and co-ops in fields across the company including engineering finance and business development.

As a Computer Science Co-op you will provide prototyping coding testing scripting and document generation in support of software development activities. You will perform data analysis using proprietary software systems in support of on-going contracts and develop automation software for program-specific data flows on those contracts. You will also develop breadboard implementations of algorithms in MatLab or Mathematica environments based upon mathematical descriptions of algorithm approaches in order to come up with creative solutions to problems. You will benefit from working side by side with a talented and experienced group of professionals eager to mentor.

Currently we are seeking a Computer Science Co-op for Spring 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Algorithm prototyping
• Code development in C C# and/or Python
• Software test development
• Requirements test plan and release documentation generation and updates
• Data processing

Basic Qualifications:

• Development of moderate-sized desktop applications in a Windows environment using a C-based language (C C# Java Python)
• MatLab Mathematica Python or equivalent mathematical modeling tools

Education Requirements:

• At least a sophomore pursuing a bachelors degree in computer science computer engineering mathematics physics or related field
• Strong mathematics background including completion of calculus and linear algebra courses

Location: Danbury CT

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County Danbury offers a diverse economy wonderful parks cultural attractions an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. Were close to New York City Boston and other major cities great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions colleges cultural events and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

When you choose to join the ARKA Student Program you will:

• Gain hands-on experience in your chosen field and share your unique ideas and creative problem-solving skills to help us continue our legacy of innovation
• Flourish and seamlessly develop great relationships with co-workers
• Network with students from other universities
• Participate in activities that support our local communities
• Work alongside our talented team including employees who started as interns or co-ops
• Enjoy companywide employee activities
• Receive competitive compensation and paid holidays

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard communicate listen to and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply send a request to or contact and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the incumbent to access export-controlled information. If you are not a U.S. Person any offer is contingent upon the Companys ability to obtain a special license granting you access. This could take several months. You will not be able to begin employment until such license is obtained.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check background check and drug screen.