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Intern C, Systems Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$25.50 - $48/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Intern, Systems Engineering Job Code: 42749 Job Location:Herndon, VA Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees ... Supports development and evaluation of complex system designs and architectures * Develop and ...

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Appian Corporation

Software Engineering Intern

Mclean, VA · On-site

$8.6K/mo

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Appian Engineering spans the full depth of our platform-from foundational systems that power ... As an intern, you will contribute to real engineering work that helps shape how Appian delivers its ...

Appian Solutions

Software Engineering Intern

Mclean, VA · On-site

$8.6K/mo

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Appian Engineering spans the full depth of our platform-from foundational systems that power ... As an intern, you will contribute to real engineering work that helps shape how Appian delivers its ...

Appian

Software Engineering Intern

Mclean, VA · On-site

$8.6K/mo

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Appian Engineering spans the full depth of our platform-from foundational systems that power ... As an intern, you will contribute to real engineering work that helps shape how Appian delivers its ...

L3HHCM20

Intern C, Software Engineer

Herndon, VA

$29 - $53.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Intern, Software Engineering Job Code: 42752 Job Location: Herndon, VA Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees ... overall system * Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle ...

Posted today

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How much do system engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for system engineer intern in Sterling, VA is $19.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $20.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a system engineer intern do?

A System Engineer Intern supports the design, development, and maintenance of a company's IT systems under the supervision of experienced engineers. Their tasks often include assisting with system installations, troubleshooting issues, monitoring system performance, and documenting processes. Interns may also help with network setups, software updates, and ensuring the security of system operations. The role provides hands-on experience and a practical understanding of how large-scale IT systems are managed in a professional environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a system engineer intern?

To thrive as a System Engineer Intern, you need a solid grasp of computer systems, networking, troubleshooting, and basic programming, often supported by coursework in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with operating systems (like Windows and Linux), virtualization tools, and version control systems is commonly expected. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and a willingness to learn help interns contribute and collaborate within technical teams. These skills ensure interns can adapt quickly, solve problems efficiently, and support the organization's IT infrastructure needs.

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Intern: Test Integration Engineer

Acquired Data Solutions

Rockville, MD • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Intern / Co-op: Test/Integration Engineer - Hardware/Software

Job Summary/Description

Acquired Data Solutions is seeking an engineering intern with automated programming experience.
Candidates must be familiar with test and measure instruments used in laboratories and manufacturing
test environments.

Programming experience in LabVIEW and/or Python are highly desirable. Multiple
positions are available in the summer and fall semesters.


Minimum Qualifications

● Enrollment in, or recent graduate of, accredited degree program in Science, Technology,
Engineering, or Math (STEM)


Desired Skills and Experience

  • Familiarity with operation and automation/programming of Lab and Manufacturing Test Measurement equipment such as:
    1. Digital Oscilloscope
    2. Analog and Digital I/O (input/output)
    3. RF Instrumentation (Power Meter, Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Signal Transceiver)
    4. Signal generator
  • Programming experience:
    1. National Instruments LabVIEW and/or TestStand
    2. Python
    3. C, C#
  • Familiarity with RF (radio frequency) concepts is desired
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to access US only data systems


Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

  1. Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is attending a Maryland or higher education institution.
  2. Current college student, with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above, who is Maryland high school graduate attending a higher education institution outside of Maryland.
  3. Graduate (within 12 months) of a Maryland higher education institution.
  4. Maryland resident, with a 2 or 4-year degree, who has been honorably discharged from the U.S.
  5. Armed Forces, The National Guard or a Reserve component of the Armed Forces within the last 18 months.


Questions:
1. Please describe your favorite LabVIEW project that you’ve been a part of, and your role in it


2. Please discuss any experience you have using National Instruments hardware combined with LabVIEW, LabVIEW Real-Time, and LabVIEW FPGA


3. Do you have experience with object-oriented programming and the actor framework?