About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Hagerstown, Maryland. You will work on-site with our teams, gaining hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense industry. This role focuses on supporting real-world projects, learning from industry experts, and developing your technical skills.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to technical projects and meet team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
- Attend planning meetings to learn about project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
- Perform hands-on technical work to build practical skills.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support best practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Status as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school.
- Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Hagerstown, Maryland.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Note: This position requires U.S. Citizenship to meet security clearance requirements.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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