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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate software developer intern in Denver, CO is $23.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.04 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Graduate Software Developer Intern do?

A Graduate Software Developer Intern assists in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications under the guidance of experienced developers. They typically work on real-world projects, write code, participate in team meetings, and collaborate with other departments to solve technical problems. This role helps interns gain hands-on experience, improve their programming skills, and understand how software development teams operate in a professional environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Graduate Software Developer Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Software Developer Intern, you need foundational programming skills (such as Python, Java, or C++), problem-solving abilities, and a relevant degree or coursework in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and basic software development methodologies is typically expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are vital soft skills that help interns integrate and contribute effectively. These skills ensure you can collaborate with teams, adapt to new technologies, and deliver meaningful project contributions during the internship.

What are some common challenges faced by Graduate Software Developer Interns when transitioning from academic projects to real-world development teams?

Graduate Software Developer Interns often find the transition from academic work to professional environments challenging due to differences in project scale, complexity, and collaboration. In industry settings, interns must quickly adapt to working within established codebases, follow team coding standards, and utilize version control tools like Git. Additionally, they will often participate in agile development cycles, requiring regular communication with team members and adapting to feedback. Embracing these new workflows and learning to ask questions proactively are key to a successful internship experience.
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Infographic showing various Graduate Software Developer Intern job openings in Denver, CO as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 28% Internship, 49% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $49,015 per year, or $23.6 per hour.
Space Vehicle Automation Engineer Intern

Space Vehicle Automation Engineer Intern

York Space Systems

Greenwood Village, CO • On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Hourly: $22.00-$26.00/hr
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York's complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York's existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.
The ideal York Engineering intern is a highly motivated, proactive individual who enjoys learning and is excited about working on space hardware and real missions. Each York Space Systems intern has the opportunity to work on York missions, while participating in a tailored engineering training program. Each intern is provided with a dedicated Senior Engineer as a mentor and is assigned a scope bound project that is challenging yet achievable during the duration of the program. York encourages you to indicate the engineering discipline(s) you're interested in with your application, this is your opportunity to experience what it would be like to work at York and discover your passion. Successful candidates will be high energy, adaptable, eager to learn, and passionate about space!
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop, execute, and manage a complex test software suite for mission-specific activities.
  • Develop and execute both manual and automated tests cases, including documentation and trouble shooting.
  • Develop automation for test, operational and other activities, increasing efficiency.
  • Communicate and collaborate with various areas of the business, such as technicians, Operators, and program managers.
  • Work closely with systems engineering and program management to define strategies and timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited university studying engineering
  • Must have completed at least Freshman year of the degree program
  • Ability to commit to a 40-hour work-week for the duration of the Internship
  • Strong communicator, great team player and overall hard worker
  • Self-starter and self-motivated with a hunger to learn
  • An interest in full time employment at York Space Systems
  • Demonstrated interest in spacecraft and space systems
  • Willing and able to work in our Greenwood Village, CO office (this is not a remote internship)
  • 0-2 years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining python (or similar) libraries
  • Experience working in Linux
  • Experience working with REST APIs
  • Experience with configuration management tools like Git
  • Experience in collecting and processing data

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Experience with writing and executing automated test procedures.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Experience with scripting and test automation tools.
  • Familiar with writing test documentation, such as test plans, procedures, and reports.
  • Experience assembling and/or testing hardware for space environments.
  • Experience with programming languages such as C/C++
  • Vibration, shock, thermal cycling, and/or thermal-vacuum testing.

BENEFITS
  • In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer medical coverage to our Interns.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the "Apply for this position" link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.

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