- Location
- Reston, VA · Reston, Virginia, United States
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Advanced Mathematics Applications
- Seniority
- Internship
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
About Metron
Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings.
Metron is seeking talented students to be part of our Technical Summer Internship program. This program provides a distinctive opportunity to work closely with a mentor and engage in collaborative projects within small teams, guided by our experienced technical staff. Participants will be involved in developing and testing algorithms, creating user interface components, and writing scripts in support of large-scale defense and homeland security support systems. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while making a meaningful contribution to Metron's mission.
Beyond technical responsibilities, Metron's Internship program promotes networking and camaraderie among fellow Interns and staff through organized social events. You will also have the chance to showcase your accomplishments and share valuable lessons learned at the conclusion of the program.
Required Qualifications
- Applicant must be at least 16 years old
- U.S. Citizenship
Desired Qualifications
- Completed coursework in computer science, math, physics, engineering, or related field
- Programming experience in Java, C++, Rust, Python, and/or TypeScript
- Familiarity with designing and implementing GUIs
- Familiarity with web development, modern collaborative software tools, data structures, and algorithms
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability
- Prior quantitative research experience
Position Location: Reston, VA
Metron is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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