Software Engineering Intern Summer 2026 {A}

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next internship and career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

Currently we are seeking Summer 2026 Interns in the Software Engineering department. As a Software Engineering Intern you will provide prototyping coding testing scripting and document generation in support of software development activities. The code will be developed in C and Python and it will run on RedHat Linux. It will be deployed as applications VMs or Containers on bare metal public cloud or hybrid environment. Git and GitLab will be used to keep track of your changes. Jira will be used to track tasks and defects. Confluence will be used to collaborate with other engineers and document the design for your projects. GitLab merge requests will be used to submit your code for peer review prior to release. This will teach you the fundamentals of developing production quality code. You will be assigned to a technology-based engineering team and benefit from working side-by-side with a talented and experienced group of professionals who are eager to mentor.

Responsibilities:

Code development in C and Python
Software test development and execution in an automated testing framework called TestExec
Creation and updates for requirements test plan and release documentation

Basic Qualifications:

University Sophomore Junior or Senior pursuing a STEM Degree
Working towards a BS/BE in Computer Science Computer Engineering EE
Experience programming in Python and C
Understanding of Object-Oriented Design

Pay Range: $23.00/hr - $29.00/hr

The application window will close in 60 days for this position.

Location: Colorado Springs CO

This position is based out of ARKAs Colorado Springs CO campus. If you like city life but also enjoy the great outdoors Colorado Springs is the place for you. The city rests at the base of Pikes Peak. The 14115-foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions including scenic trains museums parks a zoo and more. With a mild climate and plenty of sunshine the Springs boasts some of the states best recreation opportunities. The city is also known for its robust high-tech and sports industries. We are home to the U.S. Air Force Academy and four military bases and with the Olympic Training Center and dozens of sports federations nearby its common to spot world-class athletes around town.

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 25 lbs. 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.

Required Experience:

Intern