AI Prompt Engineer High School Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

CACI is offering a paid, part-time summer internship for high school students graduating in June 2027. The AI Prompt Engineer High School Intern joins the Agile Solution Factory (ASF) team in July 2027 and works until September 2027, with the possibility of moving into a full-time position based on performance and business needs. The internship is based in Ashburn and involves working alongside experienced software delivery personnel and mentors.

Key responsibilities

• Learn and become certified in the ASF delivery execution model, and learn how to use AI tools and AI prompt engineering to support ASF processes.
• Work as part of an ASF product team, helping teammates with tasks such as developing user stories from requirements, test cases and user documentation or training materials using AI.
• Take part in real project activities such as release planning meetings, sprint reviews and software product demonstrations.
• Test features, identify bugs and suggest improvements to existing software.
• Learn about software development, data, cybersecurity and systems architecture.
• Develop professional and communication skills, including giving feedback and collaborating in a technical environment.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen, 18 years of age or older by July 2, 2027, due to federal security requirements.
• Able to pass a background investigation, including checks for felony convictions (3 years), recent illegal drug use (1 year) and misconduct such as theft or fraud (1 year), to obtain a government clearance.
• Currently enrolled in high school (senior year) and on track to graduate by June 2027.
• Strong interest in technology, problem solving and software development; no prior IT work experience required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, and familiarity with computers and logical thinking.
• Willingness to learn programming fundamentals and modern software development tools.

Required skills

• Desired: exposure to AI chat tools and AI prompt engineering.
• Desired: exposure to a programming language (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Java) or low-code platforms (e.g. Microsoft PowerApps).
• Desired: exposure to database tools, reporting platforms (e.g. Microsoft Power BI) or collaboration tools (e.g. Microsoft SharePoint).
• Desired: participation in STEM clubs, coding competitions or personal coding projects.

What we offer

• Proposed pay range of $39,400 - $75,900, depending on location, contract category, experience, skills and education.
• Flexible time off benefit and access to learning resources.
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education and time off.