Hardware-In-the-Loop Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Location: Atlanta, GA Internship Term: Approximately 16 weeks (September - December 2026) About Hermeus Hermeus designs, builds, and tests high-speed aircraft for national security. The team works closely with the Department of Defense to deliver advanced capabilities that help the United States and its allies stay ahead of emerging threats. Internship Overview The Hardware-in-the-Loop Software Engineering Intern will help configure, integrate, and test real-time simulation environments. These systems connect physical hardware with advanced software models, supporting the development of hypersonic aircraft technology. This role offers hands-on experience with aerospace systems at the intersection of hardware and software.

Join Hermes as a Human Machine Interface (HMI) Software Engineering Intern for Fall 2026! This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of technology, where you will have the chance to contribute to innovative projects that merge human interaction with machine efficiency. As an intern, you will collaborate with seasoned professionals, gain hands-on experience, and enhance your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Join the Southern Poverty Law Center as a Project Management Intern in our IT department for Fall 2026! This exciting opportunity allows you to gain hands-on experience in managing technology projects that support our mission to combat hate and promote social justice. You'll work closely with experienced project managers, contributing to project planning, execution, and monitoring while enhancing your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Join the Southern Poverty Law Center as a Cybersecurity Intern for the Fall 2026 semester! This is an exciting opportunity for students who are passionate about cybersecurity and social justice to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and impactful environment.As an intern, you will work closely with our cybersecurity team, assisting in protecting our organization's digital assets and supporting initiatives aimed at combating hate and discrimination. You will gain insights into cybersecurity practices, threat assessment, and incident response while contributing to meaningful projects that make a difference.

Join Hermeus as a Flight Software Engineering Intern for the Summer or Fall of 2026. This exciting opportunity allows you to be at the forefront of aerospace technology, contributing to the development of cutting-edge flight software for hypersonic vehicles. You will work alongside a talented team of engineers, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

Join Hermeus, a pioneering manufacturer of high-speed aircraft, dedicated to the swift design, construction, and testing of advanced high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft. Collaborating closely with the Department of Defense, we are committed to delivering innovative capabilities that ensure our nation and its allies maintain a strategic advantage over potential adversaries.We are on the lookout for ambitious software engineering students to become part of our Ground & Communications Systems Software Team in Atlanta this summer.Internship Duration: Approximately 10 weeks (May - August)

Join the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) as a Political Campaigns Intern for Fall 2026. This internship offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of political advocacy and social justice. You will assist in various campaign efforts, engage with community outreach, and contribute to the SPLC's mission of fighting hate and bigotry.

Join Hermes as a GNC Engineering Intern for the Summer/Fall 2026 term! This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with a team dedicated to revolutionizing aerospace technology. As an intern, you will engage in challenging projects that will enhance your skills and provide invaluable industry experience.

Join Hermeus, a pioneering manufacturer of high-speed aircraft dedicated to the rapid design, construction, and testing of high-Mach and hypersonic vehicles that serve national interests. Collaborating closely with the Department of Defense, we provide vital capabilities that empower our nation and allies to maintain a strategic advantage against potential adversaries.We are on the lookout for a talented and versatile Software Engineer to contribute to the development of our next-generation Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testbeds for hypersonic aircraft. In this critical role, you will design, develop, and sustain HIL testbeds that are essential for validating intricate avionics systems. You will collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineers to ensure the reliability, functionality, and compliance of our products with rigorous specifications.We welcome applications from recent graduates who have hands-on experience in integrated projects such as Cubesat, Rocketry, Drone Racing, or similar initiatives.

The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking a passionate and motivated Public & Media Relations Intern for the Fall 2026 semester. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and impactful environment, working alongside professionals dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry while seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of society.As a Public & Media Relations Intern, you will assist in crafting compelling narratives, engaging with media outlets, and supporting strategic communication efforts. If you are eager to learn, have a strong interest in social justice, and possess excellent writing skills, we encourage you to apply!

Join Hermeus, a pioneering high-speed aircraft manufacturer dedicated to the rapid design, construction, and testing of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft, serving the national interest. Collaborating closely with the Department of Defense, we strive to deliver innovative capabilities that ensure our nation and allies maintain a strategic advantage over potential adversaries.As an Avionics Engineering Intern at Hermeus, you will engage in the design, physical testing, and integration of mission-critical flight deck subsystems. Your role will encompass creating detailed wire diagrams, setting up hardware in our advanced lab facilities, and conducting comprehensive end-to-end subsystem tests, covering electrical, hardware, and software integration.Duration: approximately 10 weeks (May - August)

GigaGrid is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to become a key member of our dynamic team during the Summer Internship Program. If you have a passion for developing cutting-edge renewable energy solutions and clean technology, we are eager to connect with you. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our Battery and Product Engineering teams, contributing to our innovative dispatchable renewable ecosystem.At GigaGrid, we prioritize the quality of our team members, as our collective success relies on it. Therefore, the ideal Mechanical Engineering Intern must thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating agility and adaptability. Candidates should possess professionalism, integrity with confidential information, exceptional organizational skills, and a self-motivated attitude. We seek individuals who are not only highly creative and high-performing but also humble and eager to make a positive impact on the world. Are you ready to #jointhejourney?

Role overview Flock Safety is seeking a Hardware Support Engineer in Atlanta, GA to focus on aviation hardware. The position centers on supporting the reliability and performance of hardware used in flight safety systems. What you will do Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues in aviation systems alongside cross-functional teams Provide direct support to clients to ensure hardware functions as intended Assist in maintaining and improving the reliability of flight safety hardware Impact This role is essential for keeping aviation hardware dependable and effective, directly supporting the safety of flight operations.

At Slip Robotics, we are revolutionizing freight logistics through our advanced autonomous robotic systems, which load and unload trailers with unparalleled speed, safety, and reliability compared to conventional methods. Our robots operate daily in challenging real-world environments alongside humans and heavy cargo. As a compact yet impactful team based in Atlanta, we are proud to develop products that are already in production.About the RoleWe are in search of a Robotics Hardware Integration Engineer to take charge of the liaison between software and hardware on our robotic platforms. This includes sensor drivers, motor controllers, embedded communication buses, power management interfaces, and the foundational software that drives the physical robot's operations. Your role will ensure that software commands translate into dependable real-world movements, and that sensor data is seamlessly integrated into our perception and navigation systems.This position is a unique blend of embedded firmware and software development, focused at the intersection of both. We seek someone with experience in a robotics company, who has successfully integrated sensors, actuators, and computational hardware into a unified system. You should be comfortable interpreting datasheets, crafting Linux device drivers, and troubleshooting CAN bus communications.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and sustain drivers for sensors (LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, encoders) and actuators (motor controllers, hydraulics, pneumatics) on Linux-based robotic platforms.Manage the communication layer connecting onboard compute and hardware subsystems (CAN bus, EtherCAT, serial, I2C/SPI).Design and implement hardware abstraction layers that provide clean, reliable interfaces for upstream software teams.Integrate new sensors and hardware components as our robot platform evolves, including requirements definition, component selection, bring-up, calibration, and validation.Oversee and manage the health of robot systems, including power, thermal conditions, hardware diagnostics, and fault management.Build and maintain AWS IoT Greengrass components for fleet-wide device management, over-the-air updates, and cloud telemetry.Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers during hardware design reviews to ensure manufacturability and software compatibility.Manage Linux configurations and setups for robotics software host machines.Develop and uphold CI/CD processes for hardware-interfacing software, incorporating hardware-in-the-loop testing where appropriate.Support field-deployed robots by diagnosing and resolving hardware-software integration challenges.

Join Flock Safety as a Hardware Validation Engineer specializing in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for validating and testing hardware components, ensuring the highest quality and reliability for our cutting-edge technology. Your expertise will help enhance the performance and safety of UAS applications.

Join t5 data centers as a Construction Intern for the summer of 2026. As an integral part of our team, you will gain hands-on experience in the construction and engineering fields, working on innovative data center projects. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals and develop practical skills that will enhance your career.

Exotec develops automation systems that support global brands in optimizing warehouse operations. The company brings together expertise in mechanical engineering, software, and logistics to address complex challenges in the field. Role overview The Senior Hardware Integration Engineer will play a key part in designing and refining the systems that drive automated warehouses. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, this role covers the full product lifecycle, from initial concept to production, while maintaining close alignment with the practical needs of customers who depend on Exotec's technology every day. Team environment Collaboration is at the heart of Exotec's approach. Engineers are encouraged to share knowledge, welcome fresh perspectives, and support one another in a respectful and diverse workplace. With a global team of over 1,000 colleagues, both technical expertise and creative problem-solving are highly valued. Project impact Engineers at Exotec see projects through every stage, from idea to implementation, and can witness the direct impact their work has on real warehouse operations. The company focuses on teamwork, high standards, and tangible progress within automated warehousing and intralogistics.

The Southern Poverty Law Center offers a paid internship for Fall 2026 in the Digital Media department. This position centers on supporting digital projects that promote social justice and equality through technology. Key responsibilities Work closely with the Digital Media team to enhance digital platforms Assist with media campaigns that communicate the organization’s mission Help advance digital initiatives dedicated to advocacy and social justice Who should consider this internship This internship fits students with interests in technology, digital media, and social activism. Positions are available in Atlanta, GA; Montgomery, AL; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; and New Orleans, LA.

The Southern Poverty Law Center seeks a Policy Research Intern for Fall 2026. This internship centers on democracy and voting rights, with a strong emphasis on research and analysis to support advocacy for individual rights. Role overview Research topics related to voting rights and democracy Analyze current policies and track legislative changes Assist with advocacy efforts aimed at protecting voting rights Collaborate with policy analysts and team members What you will gain Exposure to work at the intersection of law, civil rights, and social justice Development of research, policy analysis, and advocacy skills Understanding of how policy impacts communities Locations Positions are available in Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; Washington, D.C.; and remote.

About the Internship Hermeus is looking for a Mission Systems Platform Intern for Summer and Fall 2026 in Atlanta, GA. This role supports the development of advanced aerospace systems that aim to improve air travel efficiency and safety. What You Will Do Work alongside engineers on technical projects tied to mission systems platforms Contribute to hands-on tasks that influence the future of flight Gain practical experience in aerospace technology through collaborative work