Student Programs

You can make a difference at MITRE.

Do you have a strong technical background and a desire to solve problems for a safer world through a career with real meaning? MITRE might have the right opportunity for you. Whether you're just starting your studies or about to graduate, we offer opportunities to test your skills and education. We let you apply your creativity, technical know-how, and dedication outside of the classroom, in the real world.

Want to improve the air traffic control system? Engineer advanced communications for the military? Improve the affordability and accessibility of healthcare? Develop countermeasures against cyber threats? These are just a few of the questions you'll have a chance to explore at MITRE. You can learn more from how MITRE internships help students advance their careers.

Hear from People Like You

But don't just take our word for it. Hear directly from staff who first joined MITRE as interns, co-ops or recent grads. They all started out like you: eager to learn and expand their career horizons. You'll find their stories in our Student Voices collection.

Take the Next Step

Start your search by selecting a career level of entry level, co-op, or intern. Or submit your resume and cover letter at our Job Openings page. Please provide a cover letter detailing the kind of work you seek, the dates you will be available to work, and the location(s) where you would prefer to work.

Stay Connected

Follow the MITRE's Campus Recruiting Team on Twitter to keep up with our latest news. You can also chat with a MITRE recruiter online, email us at students@mitre.org or contact a member of our team.

(Video) Intern Maya Concepcion talks about her work at MITRE as part of the NDCR corporate work study program.

MITRE's Early-Career Advantage

Campus Events

Let's get to know each other.

MITRE schedules dozens of campus visits a year. Check out our Campus Events page to find out when we'll be at your school. We're looking forward to meeting you.
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Co-ops & Interns

Real work. Real experience. Real fun.

As a MITRE intern or co-op, you won't be fetching coffee or running errands. You'll be working alongside top researchers contributing your skills to projects of national importance.
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Recent Graduates

Begin a meaningful career at MITRE.

Starting your career here means that you can immediately put your hard-earned skills and learning to meaningful use. From Day One, you'll work on challenging projects that help meet our nation's most critical needs.
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Student Voices

Hear directly from other young professionals.

Many of our MITRE's current employees started their careers as co-ops, interns, or new graduates. Meet them in our Student Voices collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of students does MITRE hire?
MITRE seeks students who:
- have research and analysis skills;
- are pursuing Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar degree programs;
- have a 3.0 or better GPA;
- have experience with Java, C++, Matlab, HTML, and/or Visual Basic;
- understand enterprise frameworks such as J2EE and .NET; and
- are familiar with Windows and UNIX operating systems.
How do I apply for a student position?

Start your search by selecting a career level of entry level, co-op, or intern. To apply for a position at MITRE, the first step is to upload a resume and cover letter to the Job Openings page. Once you submit your resume and cover letter, you'll receive a confirmation email.
Can I still apply if I don't have any work experience?

MITRE's student positions are open to those who may not have had relevant work experience. Although work experience is an easy way to identify qualified candidates, relevant class work or personal projects can also help to demonstrate the required skill and experience set that would help make you a qualified candidate for a position at MITRE. Overall, MITRE values candidates who have a demonstrated aptitude and passion for technology, engineering, math, and science fields.
What kind of work do co-ops and interns perform at MITRE?

Co-ops and interns contribute to a wide variety of projects at MITRE. Students can expect to work on a slice of a larger MITRE project, sized so that they can complete their portion of the project by the end of their assignment. Project work is mixed with everyday work, so that you are always making progress on one assignment or another.
Does MITRE hire entry-level positions?

Yes, MITRE hires recent college graduates or individuals with 1-2 years of experience.
What kind of projects do entry level employees work on?

Entry-level employees work on exciting projects throughout our FFRDCs, tackling sponsor challenges in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, enterprise systems engineering, health transformation, global networking, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, and more.