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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship r&d software engineer in Melbourne, FL is $23.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $26.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship R&D Software Engineer vs Software Developer Intern?

AspectInternship R&D Software EngineerSoftware Developer Intern
FocusResearch and development, innovation, prototypingApplication development, coding, feature implementation
Work EnvironmentLabs, R&D departments, experimental projectsDevelopment teams, product teams, software projects
Required SkillsProgramming, research methods, problem-solvingProgramming, debugging, software design
Industry UsageTech companies, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms

Internship R&D Software Engineers focus on innovative research and prototyping, often working in labs or research settings. In contrast, Software Developer Interns primarily work on developing and coding software applications. Both roles require programming skills, but the R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation, while the Developer role emphasizes application development.

What cities near Melbourne, FL are hiring for Internship R&D Software Engineer jobs? Cities near Melbourne, FL with the most Internship R&D Software Engineer job openings:
2027 Intern Software Engineer

2027 Intern Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

$21.25 - $46/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Life, PTO

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Northrop Grumman rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 352 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

107th of 527 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Software Engineering Intern to join the Aeronautics Systems Intern Program. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.
The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Software Engineering directorate.
The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with users, customers and other developers.
As an intern, you'll participate in a summer internship program to develop competencies in a variety of engineering specializations that may include:
  • Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems.
  • Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
  • Operate related equipment; conduct tests and report data in prescribed format.
  • Perform calibration and alignment checks; make adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.
  • Prepare prescribed compounds and solutions.

Basic Qualifications
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
  • Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after October 2027.
  • Be majoring in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree.
  • Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during October 2027.
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
  • Previous internship/co-op experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular)

Intern Pay Range
  • Undergraduate degrees (Including graduating students planning on attending/enrolled in a full-time Master's program): $16.25 to $36.50 per hour
  • Master's: $21.25 to $46.00 per hour

Primary Level Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939