Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship - US Government

Summary

Palantir Technologies is a world-changing company that builds leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. They are seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer Intern who will work directly with customers to understand their challenges and design solutions using data. Interns will take ownership of high-stakes projects and collaborate with various teams to drive meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• You’ll work in small teams with minimal supervision and own end-to-end execution of high stakes projects
• Your day might span discussing architecture with fellow engineers, wrangling massive-scale data, coding a custom web app, speaking with customer executives, or establishing strategy for your team
• FDSE Interns are treated just like full time engineers, with significant freedom and ownership over their work
• Interns take responsibility for real world projects and outcomes that our customers rely on

Skills

• Willingness to undergo a US government background investigation, depending on US government project requirements
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar
• Must be planning on graduating in 2027. This should be your final internship before graduating
• Ability to travel 25-50% preferred, but requirements vary by team and location
• Engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, and Data Science

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Willingness to undergo a US government background investigation, depending on US government project requirements
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar
• Must be planning on graduating in 2027. This should be your final internship before graduating

Nice to Haves

• Ability to travel 25-50% preferred, but requirements vary by team and location
• Engineering background, preferred in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, and Data Science

Benefits

• Many teams do offer hybrid options (WFH a day or two a week), allowing our employees to strike the right trade-off for their personal productivity.
• Based on business need, there are a few roles that allow for 5Remote6 work on an exceptional basis.
• If you are applying for one of these roles, you must work from the state in which you are employed.
• We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, that6s why we celebrate individuals6 strengths, skills, and interests, from your first interview to your longterm growth, rather than rely on traditional career ladders.
• Promoting health and well-being across all areas of Palantirians6 lives is just one of the ways we6re investing in our community.
• Palantir is committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability.
• If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process*,* please reach out and let us know how we can help.