About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work directly with engineering teams to support various business units. Interns receive mentorship from managers and participate in events to learn about different parts of the organization. This position is on-site and requires a 12-week full-time commitment.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and test avionics hardware and software.
- Work on programs including orbital rockets, ground systems, test stands, and moon landers.
- Gain real-world experience through hands-on projects.
- Participate in company events and receive professional feedback.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program with at least one semester or quarter remaining after the internship.
- Ability to work full time for 12 weeks without concurrent coursework.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee/asylum status.
- Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Preferred experience includes software verification, testing, CI/CD, or embedded software.
- Preferred coding experience in C, C++, Python, JavaScript, Shell, or Rust.
- Familiarity with ARINC standards and UML/SW design is desired.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; or Denver, CO.
- Compensation: $38.00 per hour.
- Housing and relocation support are provided. Interns are responsible for their own daily transportation.
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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