Software Engineering Internship

Software Engineering Internship w/ Pole Star Defense

                                               Unlock your potential with real-world experience!

Who We Are:

Pole Star Defense is at the forefront of enhancing maritime security capabilities through innovative technologies and solutions. By leveraging expertise in advanced surveillance, data fusion, and real-time analytics, Pole Star Defense provides defense agencies with the tools to detect, deter, prevent, and disrupt threats at sea. With a commitment to security, operational excellence, and collaboration, Pole Star Defense plays a key role in ensuring the safety and security of maritime domains worldwide.

What Will You Do?

As a Software Engineer Intern in our dynamic team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in developing cutting-edge software using modern technologies and frameworks.

You’ll work alongside our talented developers on various aspects of application development, from coding to design, in an environment that values quality engineering and customer-centric design.

Interns will participate in meetings, contribute to the development of features, and may work on side projects to improve existing processes or develop new functionalities. You will play a supportive role in teams, helping to accelerate project timelines while learning industry best practices, agile methodologies, and user-centric design principles.

This internship is your chance to contribute to projects that reach thousands of users worldwide while being mentored by some of the best in the industry.

Who Can Apply?

Interns should be in their 3rd or 4th year of college and pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.

Benefits:

• Paid Internship
• Skill development with practical, hands-on software engineering experience 
• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with senior software engineers 
• Cross collaboration with other Pole Star Defense departments on various projects
• Fulfills course credits required for college 

Qualifications/Skills

• Availability to work on-site 3-4 days out of a standard work week
• Basic Coding skills (Particularly Java, some Front-End tech)
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to interact with cross-functional teams
• Has a passion for technology
• Highly developed analytical and organizational skills
• Self-Motivated, Challenge driven & Results-oriented

Tech Stack Utilized at Pole Star Defense

• Kubernetes
• AWS 
• Java
• Maven
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• Kafka
• REACT

Why Choose Pole Star Defense?

• Industry-Leading Maritime Experts
• Interesting and Exciting Projects
• Learning and Growth Culture
• Collaborative Environment

Next Steps:

Complete the intern application and submit your resume on your college’s Handshake website. Interns for the 2025 Summer semester will be contacted shortly.