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Position Title: Summer Intern - Information Technology Development Intern
Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Category: Information Technology
Job Type: Intern/Co-Op
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Sterling Heights
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: None
Career Level: Intern/Co-Op
Requisition ID: 16880544
Description: Information Technology Development Intern
This is for a Summer 2026 Internship located at our facility in Sterling Heights, Michigan
The General Dynamics Land Systems Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing, and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.
Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision.
Competitive base pay.
401k Match (6%).
Hybrid work schedule may be available.
9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Primary Function The Development Intern assists in all aspects of the development process and manages the execution of the certain tasks in the development of a Project as determined by the Development team. The scope of responsibilities include assisting or managing those elements of the development process assigned to the Development Intern which may include due diligence, feasibility, programming, and design. The Development Intern will typically work on multiple projects simultaneously. Depending on the size and nature of a Project the Development Intern will work with a Project Executive, Development Manager and/or Development Associate. The Development Intern must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced, multi-task environment with competing priorities and multiple project relationships.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Attend design/coordination meetings during pre-development
- Attend/assist operations meetings during construction/delivery period; follow up with appropriate parties as needed with issues that arise
- Comprehensive tracking of project data as needed for reporting
- Other related tasks necessary to successful project development
- Assist in managing the flow of paperwork among Project Managers and customers, clients, and vendors
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications - Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in either Computer Science or related other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience from an accredited 4-year university or college.
- Specialized computer skills including Java, JavaScript, Python, VB, TypeScript, C#, Oracle, SQL and/or other development languages
- General relevant computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
- Attained Junior status based on university/college's class standing requirements at the start of the internship preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Preferred - GPA of 3.0 or higher
- This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance) No sponsorship offered
- Must successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and must provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment.
- May need to meet ASR requirements to work in/on various vehicles, if needed.
- Must be able to complete a 3 month internship from May-Aug 2026
Other Qualifications Sought - High degree of organizational skills and problem-solving ability; specifically the ability to work as self starter especially as it relates to calling on resources outside the company
- Resourcefulness in finding information and answers from within and outside the company
- Respect for details and ability to execute them at a high level without micro supervision
- Ability to prioritize/execute to achieve desired company and project goals with prudence and sense of urgency
- Collaborative approach and respectful relationship style with both colleagues, consultants, and third-party service providers
- Articulate communication - verbal, pictorial, numerical - as relevant to the development process
- Excellent telephone etiquette, communication and, organizational skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of organization with customer information
- Desire to learn and professionally grow
- A willingness and flexibility to do "whatever it takes" to learn the business; a strong team player
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Information Technology Development Intern
This is for a Summer 2026 Internship located at our facility in Sterling Heights, Michigan
The General Dynamics Land Systems Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing, and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.
Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision.
Competitive base pay.
401k Match (6%).
Hybrid work schedule may be available.
9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Primary Function The Development Intern assists in all aspects of the development process and manages the execution of the certain tasks in the development of a Project as determined by the Development team. The scope of responsibilities include assisting or managing those elements of the development process assigned to the Development Intern which may include due diligence, feasibility, programming, and design. The Development Intern will typically work on multiple projects simultaneously. Depending on the size and nature of a Project the Development Intern will work with a Project Executive, Development Manager and/or Development Associate. The Development Intern must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced, multi-task environment with competing priorities and multiple project relationships.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Attend design/coordination meetings during pre-development
- Attend/assist operations meetings during construction/delivery period; follow up with appropriate parties as needed with issues that arise
- Comprehensive tracking of project data as needed for reporting
- Other related tasks necessary to successful project development
- Assist in managing the flow of paperwork among Project Managers and customers, clients, and vendors
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications - Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in either Computer Science or related other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience from an accredited 4-year university or college.
- Specialized computer skills including Java, JavaScript, Python, VB, TypeScript, C#, Oracle, SQL and/or other development languages
- General relevant computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
- Attained Junior status based on university/college's class standing requirements at the start of the internship preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Preferred - GPA of 3.0 or higher
- This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance) No sponsorship offered
- Must successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and must provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment.
- May need to meet ASR requirements to work in/on various vehicles, if needed.
- Must be able to complete a 3 month internship from May-Aug 2026
Other Qualifications Sought - High degree of organizational skills and problem-solving ability; specifically the ability to work as self starter especially as it relates to calling on resources outside the company
- Resourcefulness in finding information and answers from within and outside the company
- Respect for details and ability to execute them at a high level without micro supervision
- Ability to prioritize/execute to achieve desired company and project goals with prudence and sense of urgency
- Collaborative approach and respectful relationship style with both colleagues, consultants, and third-party service providers
- Articulate communication - verbal, pictorial, numerical - as relevant to the development process
- Excellent telephone etiquette, communication and, organizational skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of organization with customer information
- Desire to learn and professionally grow
- A willingness and flexibility to do "whatever it takes" to learn the business; a strong team player
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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