Computer Science Intern

About the role

Rackner is seeking a Computer Science Intern to join its R&D team in College Park, Maryland. This internship offers hands‑on experience in cloud‑native development, automation of business processes, and research for DevSecOps tools, with a mix of part‑time work during the academic year and full‑time during the summer.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and implement software solutions and algorithms.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies and industry trends to support project development.
• Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and testing software components.
• Document code, write technical reports, and contribute to cross‑functional project discussions.
• Analyze data to generate insights that inform decision‑making.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite at least 51% of the time and meet HUBZone residency verification requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Python, Java, or C++.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software development methodologies.

What we offer

• Mentorship from experienced computer scientists and engineers.
• Exposure to cloud‑first, AI/ML, and DevSecOps projects.
• Flexible schedule: 10 hours/week during the school year, 40 hours/week in the summer.