TSPG - STEM Summer Internship - IT/ SOFTWARE / Engineering

Company Overview:

Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

In addition, the intern will be assigned a project team role on an active TSPG contract providing the project manager and technical staff with expertise in a variety of IT roles. This position will contribute to the successful implementation of multiple IT projects while obtaining valuable corporate and contract-level experience supporting a diverse portfolio of IT project

We are looking for students who are willing to learn new technologies and contribute to our team. Interns will be expected to contribute to projects alongside our IT professionals, as well contribute to our STEM Capstone project during their internship.

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Internship dates: May 28 - Aug 1st 2025

Responsibilities:

• Network with professionals.
• Train on applications and tools.
• Collaboration with other departments and a broader view of the business.
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced engineers and professional leaders.

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment.
• Must be a student who is enrolled and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Must be majoring in a computer science-related field.
• Strong technical aptitude with a passion for technology and problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of IT concepts, including hardware, software, networks, and security.
• Familiarity with Window operating systems and common software applications.
• Upcoming Junior or Senior
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher.
• Must be a US Citizen with ability to pass a background check.
• Must be within commuting distance to Herndon, Virginia. Housing will not be provided.

Pay Range (The pay range for this job level is provided as general guidance only, and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other laws): $17.01 - $29.00 Hourly

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and qualified part-time employees.

Job ID: 2025-15170

Work Type: On-Site