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Cleared Software Engineer Intern Summer 2027

CACI


Job Location:

Sterling, MA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 39900 - 79900
Posted: 16 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Cleared Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Job Category: Intern/Co-op

Time Type: Part time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Part-Time On-Call

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

Anticipated Posting End: 11/2/2026


The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a skilled Software Developer for our Summer 2027 Makalu internship program. If you are enthusiastic about creating innovative products and components utilizing modern technologies this opportunity may be a perfect fit for you. You will be engaging in a dynamic start-up-like environment focused on new development within an agile framework. This role requires full-time on-site presence at our locations in Denver CO and Sterling VA.


Responsibilities:

On Team Makalu typical responsibilities include proactively designing the architecture for new components while also suggesting ways to improve the application and overall UI/UX. Our team works closely together with on-site and remote engineers developing front-end applications and back-end microservices all dedicated to creating the best products and user experience possible.

  • Day-to-day expectations include solving challenging but rewarding technical problems meeting program objectives within the agile development cycle suggesting ways to improve UX/UI and the software baseline and introducing new ways to meet mission needs.
  • Be part of an agile team where communication skills and the ability to execute within the established development process are paramount to your and the teams success.
  • Work on new technologies striving to stay customer-focused and thriving on challenges to build new UI applications.
  • Utilize industry proven design patterns and open-source tools.
  • Contribute to a positive and upbeat team atmosphere.


Qualifications:

Required:

  • Must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly.
  • Entry-level experience and knowledge of coding.
  • Experience using REST-based web services.
  • Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
  • Familiarity with modern web technologies and techniques such as HTML5 CSS CSS pre-processors (e.g. SASS Less Stylus) or JavaScript build tools (e.g. Browserify WebPack Closure).
  • Familiarity with Java Spring Boot.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with Linux environment and Linux shell scripting.


Desired:

  • An eagerness to learn a modern infrastructure and be a part of a team supporting mission critical systems.
  • Familiarity with real-time communication mechanisms such as WebSockets.
  • Familiarity with Node Cesium and/or Open Layers.
  • Familiarity with Spring Docker and/or Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of microservices based architecture.
  • Familiarity with Elasticsearch and SQL based databases.
  • Familiarity with emerging trends in desktop web and mobile app development.
  • Experience with deployments dev ops and/or AWS Experience with Git.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$39900-$79900

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.


Required Experience:

Intern


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