Early Careers
Our early career professionals play a vital role contributing to real projects, solving meaningful challenges, and helping deliver essential services that support people across the country.
The Summer 2026 Internship Program is officially underway — and our interns are already making an impact.
From day one, this year’s cohort has stepped into meaningful work across teams spanning technology, data, finance, operations, and more. Through a 10-week, full-time experience, interns gain hands-on exposure, contribute to real business initiatives, and build skills that lay the foundation for their careers.
But it’s more than just the work — it’s the experience.
Interns are connecting with leaders across the organization, participating in networking sessions, engaging in professional development workshops, and collaborating with peers across the country through a mix of virtual, hybrid, and in-person opportunities.
Throughout the summer, they’ll also showcase their ideas, innovation, and impact — culminating in presentations to leadership during our National Intern Day Celebration that highlight the real contributions they’ve made to our mission.
Take a closer look at what it’s like to be part of the program
Watch our intern spotlight video to hear firsthand from interns and managers about the experience, growth, and impact happening right now.
We’re always looking ahead to the next generation of talent.
If you're interested in joining a program designed to develop future leaders, join our talent community to stay connected, explore upcoming opportunities, and be the first to hear when applications for our next internship cohort open.
Take the first step towards a rewarding career
Operations Analyst Intern
Analyze gaps between current solutions and future needs, recommend process improvements, assess new technologies, and define success factors.
Business Development Intern
Support business development through market research, technology trend analysis, competitive insights, and customer strategy research.
Software Engineering Intern
Contribute to the development of innovative technology solutions, including cloud-based systems and AI-powered tools, while gaining hands-on experience through real-world projects and agile team collaboration.
Put your passion to work
Whatever your major or area of study, we offer early career paths aligned with your goals. Explore openings in fields such as:
- Finance | Accounting
- Business Development | Proposal Writing
- Human Resources | Communications
- Computer Science | Information Technology | Engineering
- Data Analytics | Business Analysis
- Social Impact
- Legal
Ready to take the next step?
Join our talent community to stay updated on new opportunities or explore current openings to start building your future today.
Maximus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Accommodations are assessed individually to ensure appropriate support. For assistance navigating the Maximus career website or submitting an application, please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com or call 1.866.307.1477, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. We are here to support your access needs.
