About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work directly with Blue Origin engineering teams on projects that support our business units. Interns receive mentorship and feedback, and you will have opportunities to participate in events to learn about other parts of the organization.
What you'll do#
- Perform applied systems engineering tasks.
- Work on system definition, integration, and testing.
- Support requirements verification and system safety.
- Assist with operations and verification for fluid, mechanical, propulsion, and electrical systems.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a graduate degree program with at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
- Ability to work full time for 12 weeks without concurrent coursework.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Passion for our mission and vision.
- U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee/asylum status.
Desired qualifications include:
- Experience with requirements or verification.
- Background in modeling and simulation, mission architecture, or programming.
- Relevant internship, co-op, or academic project experience.
- Hands-on project experience.
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Locations: Florida, Colorado, and the Greater Seattle Area.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $38.00 per hour.
- Support: Housing and relocation assistance provided.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing sector. The company develops reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. It maintains headquarters in Kent, Washington. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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