Summer Lab Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Helpdesk Interns:

• Learn and assist with ServiceNow workflows, including ticket handling, task tracking, and process documentation.

• Gain hands-on exposure to enterprise Microsoft 365 environments and how they are managed at scale.

• Support endpoint management activities, including device compliance and basic troubleshooting.

• Develop an understanding of how IT operations support cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance requirements.

• Learn foundational concepts around capacity planning, demand forecasting, and service delivery metrics used in IT operations.

Cybersecurity Interns:

• Work hands-on with real cybersecurity tools used in production environments, not just classroom or lab simulations.

• Learn how endpoint protection and security monitoring tools like Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Secure Score are used in day-to-day operations.

• Help support monthly system updates (Patch Tuesday) by assisting with coordination, testing, and validation.

• Build an understanding of how cybersecurity supports business requirements and compliance standards.

• Get exposure to widely used security and IT frameworks such as ISO 27001, ISO 20000, ISO 22301, ISO 28000, and CMMC Level 2.

• Learn why security controls exist and how everyday tasks help organizations pass audits and stay compliant.

• Observe and assist with incident response activities, threat briefings, and Security Operations Center (SOC) operations.

• Take part in hands-on learning activities such as tabletop exercises, phishing simulations, and vulnerability reviews.

Development Interns:

• Gain hands-on experience working with live, production-impacting systems under guidance and supervision.

• Support development and operations work across a variety of platforms, including AI/ML systems, internal enterprise tools, and government-facing applications.

• Get exposure to modern cloud and automation technologies such as Azure, OpenAI, APIs, and Power Automate.

• Learn and apply secure development best practices throughout the software and automation lifecycle.

• Develop an understanding of change management processes, release controls, and how updates are safely deployed to production systems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a current college student; preference given to juniors and seniors
• Submit cover letter & resume as one document
• Legal right to work in the United States

Are you a current college student seeking an IT summer internship?  Have you thought about a career in government contracting?  Looking to support a fast growing company who values initiative and innovation?

If so, join TekSynap during the summer of 2026.  We are seeking IT interns to support the following areas for the summer of 2026:  

• Helpdesk/IT Operations
• Cybersecurity
• Development

Our IT team is specifically seeking upcoming graduates that have the ability to obtain a Security Clearance.  All interns must be within local commuting distance to Reston, VA and be available for at least 10 weeks.

Please combine your resume and cover letter in one document for upload to the platform and job posting.

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

Apply now to explore jobs with us!  

The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Reston, VA
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low 
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Legal right to work in the United States

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.