2026 Machine Learning Internship – Advanced Technologies Group (ATG)

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2026 Machine Learning Internship – Advanced Technologies Group (ATG)

Serco offers an exciting internship opportunity within its Advanced Technologies Group (ATG). The ATG’s AI/ML Research and Development Team is dedicated to developing innovative machine learning technologies that address customer challenges and contribute to company growth.

As a Machine Learning Intern, you will join a dynamic team of research scientists and software engineers, contributing to the development of cutting-edge machine learning technologies designed to tackle some of the nation’s most challenging problems. This role is ideal for individuals who are innovative and driven by complex technical challenges.

Our team focuses on a wide range of capabilities, primarily in machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, aiming to augment or replace human tasks and workflows. We specialize in areas such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), including Large Language Models (LLMs), computer vision technologies, operational AI for situational awareness and command and control, data fusion, and the development of innovative user interface/user experience (UI/UX) systems for effective human-machine teaming.

This is a summer internship opportunity available throughout 2026 in the U.S., offering up to 40 hours per week, with a flexible working schedule determined with your manager.

The Internship Experience

Over the course of the summer, you will be an integral part of a small team (2-5 members) that collaborates closely with our customers and other teams to deliver innovative systems to the U.S. military. We are seeking computer science, engineering, or other science majors eager to contribute to our research & development efforts, especially in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Your internship will be guided by a Principal Research Scientist and other technical leads on our team.

In This Role, You Will:

• Be assigned a project significant to our ongoing contracts with the U.S. military, appropriately scoped for a summer intern. The project may be a group project with other interns.
• Work with members of the AI/ML team to frame the problem, design the solution, develop the code to implement it, and test and evaluate its effectiveness. Software will likely be written in Python and/or Java.
• Package and deliver software for the target environment using standard DevOps principles.
• Collaborate with co-workers, leadership, and clients to understand client problems, identify solutions, and demonstrate software solutions.
• Participate in internal and client-defined agile software development processes.
• Write technical software documentation and explain your software design and implementation to co-workers, clients, and partners.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have:

• A High School Diploma/GED.
• Be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Ideal candidates are rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors.
• A working knowledge of Python and/or Java.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be a strong team player who can effectively contribute to project development.
• This position is contingent upon your ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Additional Desired Experience And Skills:

• Experience with, or coursework in, Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong work initiative and attention to detail.

If you are interested in working with a passionate, high-visibility team that develops innovative machine learning technologies to address some of the U.S. military’s most challenging problems, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Pay Transparency & Benefits

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

The actual base salary for this position will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits for full-time employees are comprehensive (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role) and include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.

To review all Serco benefits, please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us. Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents.

Application Information

If you require an accommodation with the application process, please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process, which will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.