Information Technology Intern, Saronic
Fall 2026
Unmanned vehicles for maritime security
Open for applications
Unmanned vehicles for maritime security
1001+ employees
Open for applications
1001+ employees
Company mission
To redefine maritime superiority.
Role
Who you are
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field
- Basic ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues across desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices, with comfort in at least one operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
- Excellent communication with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users
- A great customer experience mindset
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and an ability to prioritize tasks
- Familiarity with helpdesk or ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, Zendesk) is a plus
- Exposure to endpoint or device management (e.g., Microsoft Intune, Jamf, SCCM) is a plus
- Familiarity with identity and directory services (Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Okta) is a plus
- Familiarity with networking concepts: DNS, DHCP, VPN, ethernet, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting is a plus
- Exposure to scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) is a plus
- Exposure to security best practices, including data protection and access control
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- This role requires full-time in office presence (40 hours/week) based at our headquarters in Austin, TX, from August through December
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Occasional standing and walking within the office
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
- Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
- Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
- Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
- If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
What the job involves
- We are seeking a talented and organized IT Intern who will support the tools and systems managed by IT Operations
- This is a hands-on experience, which will allow you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting and contribute to the systems and infrastructure that keep a fast-paced defense technology company running
- This internship is ideal for students pursuing information technology, computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, or a related field, and eager to make an impact in the defense tech industry
- Provide support for hardware, software, and network issues, including desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and mobile devices
- Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions
- Perform routine system maintenance, including software updates, security patches, and backups
- Document and track support tickets using a helpdesk management system, ensuring resolutions are well-documented
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging IT trends and technologies to provide innovative solutions
- Collaborate with senior IT staff on complex technical projects, migrations, and system upgrades
- Ensure adherence to security best practices, including data protection and access control
Our take
Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) are vehicles which operate at the surface of the water without a crew and can be used in oceanography and environmental monitoring, as well as for cargo transport or military applications. Saronic is a company developing USVs to have enhanced awareness and improved survivability, to be employed in maritime security.
Saronic's vehicles are designed to be smarter than previous models, with capabilities including adaptive path planning, multichannel communication, and the ability to better identify and track targets through a combination of passive sensors and advanced algorithms.
Saronic is clearly charting an ambitious course for the future of maritime innovation too. Through its strategic partnership with NVIDIA, the company has embedded cutting-edge AI and edge computing directly onto its autonomous vessels. By combining Saronic's shipbuilding and autonomy expertise with NVIDIA's advanced computing, the company is delivering smarter platform while modernizing US shipbuilding for the era of autonomy. With this momentum, Saronic should be able to scale its next-generation maritime solutions and lead the transformation of a critical industry.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Mar 2026
$1.8bn
SERIES D
Feb 2025
$600m
SERIES C
Total funding: $2.6bn
Company HQ
South Manchaca, Austin, TX
Leadership
Dino Mavrookas
(Co-Founder & CEO)Board Member of the Navy SEAL Foundation, and former Entrepreneur In Residence at 8VC. Spent 11 years as a Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy, from 2004 to 2015.
Rob Lehman
(Co-Founder & CCO)Founder of 9 Line Solutions, who is also a Communications Officer in the US Marine Corps. Previously the Chair and CEO of Temeku Technologies.
Vibhav Altekar
(Co-Founder & CTO)Former Advisor and Angel Investor for Standard Metrics and Chef Robotics. Spent 4 years working in Machine Learning at Anduril Industries.
Doug Lambert
(Co-Founder & COO)Former VP of Engineering at Terradepth. Before that, worked at Liquid Robotics for a total 8 years, ultimately as Head of Engineering.
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