The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
For more than 75 years, the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) has provided critical contributions to critical challenges with systems engineering and integration, technology research and development, and analysis. Our scientists, engineers, and analysts serve as trusted advisors and technical experts to the government, ensuring the reliability of complex technologies that safeguard our nation’s security and advance the frontiers of space. We also maintain independent research and development programs that pioneer and explore emerging technologies and concepts to address future national priorities.
Our Work
Founded in 1942 to aid a country at war, we provide solutions to national security and scientific challenges with systems engineering and integration, research and development, and analysis. Throughout our seven decades of service, we have focused on practical applications of our research in a wide range of scientific and technological fields; today, our four main sponsored areas of work include air and missile defense, asymmetric operations, force projection, and space science. Additionally, we continue to honor our enduring commitment to work with and inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, and researchers.
Our Mission Extends to the Communities Where We Live and Work
A spirit of service permeates everything we do. At APL, many of us donate our time to and even serve on the boards of community service organizations. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved with existing community service activities or start your own based on the causes that are most important to you. From laying wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery, to participating in Toys for Tots, to contributing to disaster relief collection efforts, to taking part in American Red Cross blood drives, our mission extends well beyond national security.
Career Opportunities
Where Technology Meets Creativity
From space exploration and cybersecurity to air and missile defense, artificial intelligence, and more, our work is at the cutting edge of scientific innovation. We’re always looking for great people to join our team. Whether your expertise involves technology and research or business operations, we have a place for you at APL.
A Culture of Community
We are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, but what makes us truly unique is the culture surrounding the work we do. We offer a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your whole self to work, continue to grow, and build lifelong bonds with inspiring teammates.
Grab lunch from a food truck on the Central Green, work out in one of our fitness centers, join one of our clubs, or work on your own projects in our makerspace, Central Spark. At APL, we know you have passions outside of work, so we foster a culture that brings people together and enriches your experience. That culture, alongside the world-class, innovative work we do, creates a one-of-a-kind career opportunity.
Develop Technologies That Expand the Frontiers of Science
When you join our team, you’ll make the world smarter and safer. With a wide range of innovative projects, we provide a unique opportunity for you to pioneer contributions to research and development, systems engineering and integration, and analysis. Are you ready to make a difference?
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2026 Internship - Material Sciences Intern
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Do you love to invent and explore new materials to solve unique challenges? Are you driven to pursue meaningful manufacturing research that supports defense, energy, and space applications? Do you thrive in collaborative, hands-...
17h
| Job Type | Intern |
Assistant Program Manager for AI & Complex Systems - Frontier Intelligent Systems (FIS)
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Would you love to work with a group of dedicated scientists and engineers on frontier intelligent systems projects that are necessary to maintaining our national security? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Do y...
23h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Senior Embedded Systems & Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Would you be excited to architect complete embedded systems from hardware through firmware to software? Are you interested in developing advanced hardware-in-the-loop test systems supporting cutting edge optical sensors and miss...
23h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you an enthusiastic self-starter? Do you love to tackle unusual and important problems? Do you enjoy working with people and coordinating activities to ensure team success? Would you value working in an environment that rewa...
23h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Reverse Engineer / Cyber Capability Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you a creative engineer with natural curiosity who wants to understand how things work? Do you love finding vulnerabilities and teaming with outstanding reverse engineers? Are you passionate about national security cyber cha...
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2026 BS/MS Graduate - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Research Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you an aspiring computer scientist or engineer following the latest breakthroughs in AI? Are you motivated to support foundational research motivated by pressing national security challenges? Does working in a fast-paced env...
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Senior Missile Defense Systems Modeling and Analysis Engineer
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you looking for exciting opportunities to lead efforts to model, analyze, and develop state of the art concepts in integrated and layered missile defense involving kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities? Do you love working in...
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International Trade Compliance Program Lead
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you searching for meaningful work in international trade compliance? Are you passionate about ensuring that U.S. technology is properly protected? Do you like to work on novel issues that enable the next-generation technolog...
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Financial Analyst/Business Analyst
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you seeking meaningful work in a team and collaborative environment focused on delivering quality results to our sponsors and making critical contributions to the nation? Are you organized, able to manage multiple tasks, and...
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2026 Internship - Missile Model Developer/Analyst
Laurel, Maryland
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Description Are you interested in improving the precision strike capabilities of the United States' preeminent tactical weapon systems? Do you enjoy solving complex problems with sophisticated modeling and simulation tools? If you are pursu...
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| Job Type | Intern |