Cogito Innovations
Systems Engineer Intern
Hollywood, MD
·
Intern
Cogito Innovations is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting real-world engineering and technical projects in a professional environment. The selected candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and project teams to contribute to meaningful deliverables that support mission-critical programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a college student looking to gain practical experience in engineering analysis, technical documentation, systems support, and project execution.
About Cogito Innovations
Cogito Innovations, LLC designs secure, resilient networks that carry mission-critical traffic for the life of the system. We offer a wide range of services, from system design to project management.
We are looking for talented people that live to be challenged and are willing to take complex projects head-on. This is a fast-paced industry, and we understand the importance of your development. We place a strong emphasis on training, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities. This is more than a paycheck. You will have the opportunity to get your hands dirty and directly contribute to the growth of our young company. Do you have what it takes?
Description
Key Responsibilities
- Support engineering teams with research, analysis, and technical documentation
- Assist in data collection, modeling, and interpretation of engineering results
- Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and technical discussions
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and technical solutions
- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefings for internal and client stakeholders
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate engineering program (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Software, or related field)
- Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student graduating December 2026 or later
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with engineering tools/software (e.g., MATLAB, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Python, or similar tools relevant to discipline)
- Prior internship, research, or project team experience
- Interest in federal, defense, or government-support engineering environments
Salary
$17 - $17 per hour