About the role#
This internship offers undergraduate students the chance to work directly with engineering teams on projects supporting our business units. You will contribute to the design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems, propulsion systems, and structures. This is a paid, full-time position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Gain hands-on, real-world experience in structural and mechanical engineering.
- Receive mentorship and feedback from managers and experienced engineers.
- Participate in events to learn about different parts of the organization.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program with at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
- Completion of at least one year of full-time coursework post high school graduation (sophomore standing).
- Availability to work full time for 12 weeks without concurrent enrollment in coursework.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- A passion for space.
- U.S. citizenship, permanent residency (Green Card), or status as a refugee or asylee.
- Desired experience includes hands-on or academic projects, data processing, thermofluids, and combustion.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seattle, WA; Van Horn, TX; Space Coast, FL; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $32.00 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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