POSTED Oct 15

Software Engineering Simulation Intern - 2025 Summer Intern

at Shield AISan Diego Metro Area

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Introduction to Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. 

Our 2025 Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2026 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission driven culture. Our 10-week paid internship program will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our company via your internship project, and a possible job offer at the end. You will have the chance to make lifelong friendships, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn. You'll take part in company sponsored events and enjoy exploring a new city. Read on below to learn more about this unique internship!

Are you a passionate and innovative software engineering student looking to help develop state of the art robots and AI products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! 
Our 2025 Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2026 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission driven culture. Our 10-week paid internship program will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our company via your internship project, and a possible job offer at the end. You will have the chance to make lifelong friendships, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn. You'll take part in company sponsored events and enjoy exploring a new city. Read on below to learn more about this unique internship!

Are you a passionate and innovative software engineering student looking to help develop state of the art robots and AI products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! 
Rising Bachelor's graduate = $41/hour
Rising Master's graduate = $49/hour
Rising PhD graduate = $57/hour
+ Housing stipend provided for those who qualify.

10 Week Project Scope & Description:

  • The Project will be on one of two product components within Hivemind.
  • Option 1 will be on the Commander component and will involve adding features for the command and control of Hivemind-enabled platforms, such as visualization of planned routes or detected objects in the environment or improvements to back-end state management.
  • Option 2 will be on the Forge component, which could include GUI features for designing GUI features for preparing simulated test events or back-end tooling to orchestrate different test events.
  • Required qualifications:

  • You are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in December 2025 or Spring 2026.
  • Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or related STEM field. 
  • Strong skills in Typescript / Golang and Software Engineering
  • Great written and verbal communication.
  • Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results. 
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
  • Preferred qualifications:

  • Preferred Previous Work Experience
  • Intern Program Dates:
    June 2nd - Aug 8th
    OR
    June 23rd - Aug 29th
    *You MUST be available to start on EITHER June 2nd or June 23rd.

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    Total package details for U.S. based positions:
    - Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
    - Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days
    of employment)
    - Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

    Total package details for International based positions (where applicable):
    - International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer
    allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

    Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

    Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 
    Introduction to Shield AI
    Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. 

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