Cybersecurity Intern - Fall 22'
Organization:
SOFWERX is a venue operated under an agreement between the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and DefenseWERX, designed to increase collaboration and innovation to solve the most difficult warfighter problems. SOFWERX is a forum for accelerating delivery of innovative capability, and facilitating capability refinement through exploration, experimentation, and assessment of promising technology. SOFWERX is in the heart of Ybor City, at a neutral, easily accessible facility.
Responsibilities:
− Working with Doolittle to design, prototype, and test various software systems
− Assist with conducting research on related technology-focused topics
− Consult and engage with subject matter experts
Requirements:
− MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR A SECURITY CLEARANCE
− Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering Data Science, Engineering
and/or interdisciplinary sciences or similar
− Junior or Senior level, with a current GPA of 3.0 or above
− Strong background in software development
− Strong background in programming, C++, MATLAB and Python programming skills preferred
− Experience with smart phone application development
− Effective written and oral communication skills
− Good planning and organizational skills
− Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
− Must be willing and able to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment.
− Must participate in weekly market research and submit minimum required entries for new capabilities, technologies, companies, organizations, etc. that could contribute to the innovative ideas needed to create solutions for the warfighter.
Time commitment:
− Hours of operation are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday
− Position requires a minimum of 15 hours and maximum of 20 hours during the spring and fall semesters. Up to 30 hours may be worked during the summer semester.
Benefits:
− Receive direct supervision from the Cyber Engineering Lead
− Engage in employee events, such as team building
− Build resume and explore career options
− Apply skills and knowledge to the workplace
− Upon successful completion of the internship, will be provided with a letter of recommendation
Rate of Pay:
− $14 - $15 per hour depending on experience and year in school
− Opportunity for follow-on internship based on performance