About the role#
SpaceX is seeking students for silicon hardware engineering roles during the Summer 2027 term. You will work alongside a mentor and cross-disciplinary teams, including architecture, design, and validation, to develop custom in-house silicon and hardware. This technology is deployed on-orbit and in space. Aerospace experience is not required. We look for motivated engineers who enjoy solving complex technical problems.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with systems, firmware, and product engineering teams on custom silicon projects.
- Apply academic knowledge to real-world chip design and development.
- Participate in company events, including professional development training and networking opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree or graduate program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- At least 3 months of experience in software development, hardware engineering, or chip design.
- Ability to work full time and on-site for at least 12 consecutive weeks starting in May or June 2027.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
- Preferred: GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Preferred: 6+ months of project or internship experience in computer architecture, VLSI, logic, or circuit design.
- Beneficial experience: C/C++, Verilog, VHDL, Python, Perl, Spice, Timing, Synthesis, Ansys, or COMSOL.
Location & details#
- Locations: Irvine, CA; Palo Alto, CA; or Redmond, WA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full time.
- Compensation: Paid internship with rates determined by academic level ($30.00 to $40.00 per hour).
- Benefits: Eligible for relocation stipend, medical coverage, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft. The company operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. It was founded in 2002 and maintains its headquarters in Hawthorne, California. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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