About the role#
As a Graduate Intern in the Enterprise Effects Division, you will contribute to technical modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) projects. You will work alongside mentors and full-time staff to investigate the performance of space, air, and ground-based systems. Your work will focus on areas such as agent-based modeling, military utility, enterprise architecture resiliency, and command and control evaluation.
What you'll do#
- Learn, use, and contribute to the development of engineering analysis software tools.
- Assist with conducting technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments on multi-disciplinary teams.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations and reports.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled or accepted full-time in an accredited graduate program (Master's or PhD) in engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, or a related discipline.
- Bachelor's degree completed by the start of the internship.
- Ability to work full-time on-site for at least 10 weeks.
- Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Experience developing, implementing, and applying software scripts, models, or algorithms.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment with strong organizational and project management skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational needs.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government, which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to return to your graduate program full-time after the internship.
Location & details#
- Location: Colorado Springs, CO
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time internship
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation operates as a nonprofit organization focused on space research and technology. Founded in 1960, the company provides technical expertise for national space programs and national security systems. It maintains a workforce of over 5,000 employees across offices in Virginia and California. The firm specializes in areas including launch vehicles, artificial intelligence, and space policy.
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