Engineering Intern
Engineering / Computer Science Intern – Combat Systems
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD)
Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Put your technical skills to work supporting the U.S. Navy.
NSWCDD is seeking a student intern for our Virginia Beach location to support engineering and software sustainment for the Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS). Sustainment involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving systems so they continue to meet operational needs.
You’ll work alongside engineers, technicians, and logistics professionals to analyze system performance, investigate technical issues, and develop solutions supporting Navy combat systems.
What you’ll do
- Apply engineering and software principles to analyze equipment functionality and support system improvements.
- Collaborate with technical teams to identify solutions for software sustainment, system design, and integration.
- Analyze technical data and document recommended improvements while maintaining system integrity.
- Review system requirements, product specifications, technical documentation, and test procedures.
- Help communicate technical findings through reports, project documentation, and briefings.
Who should apply
Students pursuing engineering, computer science, or a related technical field who are interested in software, systems integration, and solving real-world technical problems.
We’re looking for students with:
- Foundational knowledge of software or engineering principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
- A collaborative approach to working with people from different technical backgrounds.
What you’ll gain
- Practical experience applying classroom knowledge to Navy engineering challenges.
- Exposure to combat systems, software sustainment, and systems integration.
- Opportunities to strengthen your technical analysis, documentation, and teamwork skills.