Software Engineering Intern

Microsoft

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Work type: On-site
Location: Reston, VA
Employment: Intern
Posted: 46 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Mar 10, 2027
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Intern

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The Software Engineering Intern - CTJ - TS joins a cooperative team to diagnose and fix code problems through creative engineering. Working under guidance, the intern creates and implements shipping quality code for specific products, services, or features while reusing existing code as applicable. Daily responsibilities include documenting projects for team continuity, incorporating feedback to improve technical solutions, and following established quality and security practices. The intern must learn team-specific technologies, engineering methods, and tools while proactively seeking new knowledge to deliver high-quality software. Key requirements include partnering with stakeholders to understand user requirements and developing engineering plans. The role requires a student currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and must possess an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.

Skills

Computer Science Security Practices Engineering Plans

What you'll do

Diagnose and fix problems in code using sound and creative engineering principles.
Create and implement shipping-quality code for products, services, or features.
Document and explain projects to team members to ensure long-term continuity.
Incorporate feedback and follow established quality and security practices to improve technical solutions.
Partner with stakeholders to understand user requirements and develop engineering plans.
Learn and incorporate new engineering methods, tools, and industry best practices into work processes.

What we're looking for

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field with at least one semester remaining after the internship.
Currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field with at least one semester remaining after the internship.
Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
Must be a U.S. citizen as required by federal, state, and/or local government agency restrictions.
Ability to diagnose and fix problems in code through sound and creative engineering.
Ability to create and implement shipping-quality code for products, services, or features.
Ability to document and explain projects to team members to ensure long-term continuity.
Ability to partner with stakeholders to understand user requirements and develop engineering plans.

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