Summer Intern Software Developer; GS

Global Science & Technology, Inc. (GST) is seeking a Summer Intern Software Developer who will support the NRESS II (NASA Research and Education Support Services) contract working with the NSPIRES (NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System) IT team to help document and validate IT Security requirements.

The Summer Intern will support the NASA NRESS contract (NRESS II) working with the IT team to help document and validate requirements and use cases for NASA's NSPIRES (NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System) system. Candidates should familiarize themselves with the system:  This is a telework position. If intern is local to the DC metro area there may be minimal in-person meetings in Crystal City, VA (1x per month).

Candidates must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Primary Duties:

• Gather and write information about the product functions, features, and requirements.

• Write detailed task description and bug information which can be used by developers and product managers.

• Understand functional requirements and perform feasibility study with development team.

• Efficiently use requirement analysis and documentation tools.

• Create user guides that are simple to comprehend by working with product designers and developers.

• Knowledge of tools like JIRA and Confluence would be an advantage but not required.

• Understand basic SQL syntax and commands, transactions, and normalization techniques.

• Research new & emerging tools and perform pilot studies.

• Participate in new features development and fix bugs.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• Current Junior or Senior year student enrolled in a Bachelor's program (not graduate)

• No preferred field of study but should be related to knowledge/experience requirements and primary duties, particularly technical writing

• Strong English and technical writing skills and strong organization skills are a must

• Ability to work with a team to achieve a common goal

• Ability to be self-motivated and able to take initiative to learn and solve problems

• Knowledge of Java, JavaScript and software development life cycle is desired but not required. Having experience with Python and exposure to AI/ML would be an added advantage.

Applicants will be subject to a government background investigation. This position will require working with IT systems that contain export-controlled information. Eligible candidates must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).

Compensation

At GST we celebrate your contributions we will provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care for full-time employees working 30-plus hours per week. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance.

Salary at GST is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $25.00 per hour. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the GST total compensation package for employees.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Definitions If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a company or client site facility.

• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work at the client site - in person, or as needed for the specific role.

GST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

GST provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.