ViaSat
Software Engineer Intern - UHF SATCOM
ViaSat, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
About us
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
Viasat's UHF SATCOM business is actively enhancing and modernizing our various software and hardware products. We have developed a vast array of software products that provide channel control and network terminal capabilities for military satellite communications. Our products have been deployed by US military and many foreign allies for many years that meet crucial satellite communication needs for warfighters around the globe in all weather and terrain conditions.
The day-to-day
We provide a dynamic and flexible work environment where interns are encouraged and expected to take initiative and apply their problem-solving skills and creativity to software design and resolve technical issues.
The interns will be working projects dedicated to:Embedded software developmentWindows application developmentWeb software developmentInternship Program Details:
You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your 12 week internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.What you'll need
Education Requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, and/or a related fieldTo be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and December 2026Internship Dates:
You must be available for the full duration of the 12-week internship program. Note limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:Cohort 1: May 20th, 2025 - August 15th, 2025Cohort 2: June 17th, 2025 - September 12th, 2025
Additional Requirements:
Experience using C/C++Exposure with Java or JavaScript and/or python and/or C#/.NETFamiliarity with RDBMS technologies (MS SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, etc.)US citizenshipWhat will help you on the job
Previous Viasat internship experienceExperiences with Visual Studio IDEExperiences or exposure with embedded software programming concepts and toolsExperience using version control and issue tracking tools (e.g. Git, Jira, Perforce, etc.)Ability and interest to obtain and maintain a security clearance in the future
Salary range
$21 - $66 / hourly
At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.EEO statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
Viasat's UHF SATCOM business is actively enhancing and modernizing our various software and hardware products. We have developed a vast array of software products that provide channel control and network terminal capabilities for military satellite communications. Our products have been deployed by US military and many foreign allies for many years that meet crucial satellite communication needs for warfighters around the globe in all weather and terrain conditions.
The day-to-day
We provide a dynamic and flexible work environment where interns are encouraged and expected to take initiative and apply their problem-solving skills and creativity to software design and resolve technical issues.
The interns will be working projects dedicated to:Embedded software developmentWindows application developmentWeb software developmentInternship Program Details:
You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your 12 week internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.What you'll need
Education Requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, and/or a related fieldTo be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and December 2026Internship Dates:
You must be available for the full duration of the 12-week internship program. Note limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:Cohort 1: May 20th, 2025 - August 15th, 2025Cohort 2: June 17th, 2025 - September 12th, 2025
Additional Requirements:
Experience using C/C++Exposure with Java or JavaScript and/or python and/or C#/.NETFamiliarity with RDBMS technologies (MS SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, etc.)US citizenshipWhat will help you on the job
Previous Viasat internship experienceExperiences with Visual Studio IDEExperiences or exposure with embedded software programming concepts and toolsExperience using version control and issue tracking tools (e.g. Git, Jira, Perforce, etc.)Ability and interest to obtain and maintain a security clearance in the future
Salary range
$21 - $66 / hourly
At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.EEO statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.