Launch your career in enterprise technology with a Technical Architect Internship at Maximus, where you’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside seasoned architects and engineers on real-world digital systems. In this role, you’ll support architectural reviews, contribute to GenAI-driven innovations across the software development lifecycle, and help build small proofs of concept while strengthening system observability and cloud security initiatives. You’ll collaborate in team discussions, participate in project meetings, and develop practical skills in cloud technologies (preferably AWS), modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or NodeJS, and emerging coding assistants—all while building a well-rounded technical foundation in a mission-driven organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work on IT assignments of moderate difficulty under the direction of a more senior mentor to build a well-rounded skillset.
- Escalate issues and questions to management, as necessary.
- Participate in group discussions with peers or external groups to solution problems of moderate scope.
- Participate in meetings to gain process knowledge and guidance on assigned projects.
- Read, understand, and perform assignments within prescribed guidelines.
- Approach challenges and create solutions with a critical thinking and customer service mindset.
- Prepare standard reports and presentation materials.
- Architectural review existing systems
- GenAI innovations to apply in SDLC
- Assist in building small PoCs or Prototypes
- Improving Observability posture of Digital systems
- Support cloud security initiatives
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required and 0-2 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred experience with Java, Python, or NodeJS
- Preferred experience with coding assistants
- Cloud experience, preferably AWS
EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
