Shield AI
Summer 2027 - Software Engineer Intern
About this role
Shield AI, a venture-backed defense-tech company, seeks a Summer 2027 Software Engineer Intern for a 10-week paid program in San Diego. You'll contribute to real projects supporting autonomy software and advanced technologies while receiving hands-on mentorship, networking opportunities, and potential conversion to full-time employment.
What you'll do
- Work on assigned internship project with tangible impact to the company
- Collaborate with engineering teams on autonomy software or related technologies
- Participate in code reviews and development processes
- Contribute to production or research codebases
- Attend mentorship sessions and technical training
- Engage in company-sponsored events and team activities
What they're looking for
- Software engineering fundamentals
- Programming languages (C++, Python, or Java preferred for autonomy work)
- Version control systems (Git)
- Problem-solving and debugging
- Teamwork and communication
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of software development lifecycle
- Strong work ethic and initiative
Benefits
- Paid 10-week internship program
- Hands-on mentorship from experienced engineers
- Real project contribution and portfolio building
- Possible full-time job offer upon completion
- Company-sponsored social events
- Networking with high-growth tech unicorn
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Shield AI
Shield AI develops autonomous defense aircraft platforms, including systems like the V-BAT, requiring sophisticated hardware integration and testing. The company is hiring mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and supplier development specialists to design aircraft systems, develop test solutions, and manage aerospace supply chains.
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- Tell us about a software project you've built and what challenges you overcame during development.
- How do you approach learning new technologies or frameworks on the job?