Software Engineer, Internship - Defense Tech

Summary

Palantir Technologies is a world-changing company that builds leading software for data-driven decisions and operations. As a Defense Tech Software Engineer Intern, you will contribute high-quality code to Palantir's Gotham product, working on mission-critical software for the defense sector.

Responsibilities

• Supporting work specifically focusing on delivering our Palantir Defense capabilities to our most critical mission partners
• You’ll be involved throughout the product lifecycle - from idea generation, design, and prototyping to execution and shipping
• You’ll be paired with a mentor dedicated to your growth and success
• You'll collaborate closely with technical and non-technical counterparts to understand our customers' problems and build products that tackle them

Skills

• Engineering background in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, and Physics
• Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools
• Active US Security clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance prior to start of internship
• Experience coding in programming languages, such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or similar languages
• Must be planning on graduating in 2028. This should be your final internship before graduating

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Engineering background in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, and Physics
• Familiarity with data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools
• Active US Security clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance prior to start of internship
• Experience coding in programming languages, such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or similar languages
• Must be planning on graduating in 2028. This should be your final internship before graduating

Benefits

• Total compensation for this position will be determined by each individual’s relevant qualifications, work experience, skills, and other factors
• We want every Palantirian to achieve their best outcomes, that’s why we celebrate individuals’ 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 Palantirians’ lives is just one of the ways we’re investing in our community.
• 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.
• 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.