About the role#
This position is for individuals who participated in the 2026 Aerospace Internship Program. You are applying to return to the specific role you held during your 2026 internship. This is a paid, full-time opportunity for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs.
- Apply standard techniques and procedures to carry out scientific and engineering tasks.
- Coordinate efforts and work with internal and external organizations.
- Provide technical expertise for space programs.
- Deliver solutions for satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems.
What you'll need#
- Completion of a 2026 internship at The Aerospace Corporation.
- Current full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university program.
- Ability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Relevant coursework in fields including Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position.
- Available locations include El Segundo, CA; Huntsville, AL; Crystal City, VA; Houston, TX; Goddard SFC, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Chantilly, VA; Vandenberg SFB, CA; Albuquerque, NM; and Silver Spring, MD.
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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