Spring 2027 Internship (Engineering) Verified today

Spring 2027 Engineering Internship

At The Exploration Company (TEC), you will work at the forefront of crewed vehicle development. You will design, develop, test, and improve engineering systems and technology, enabling our mission in space transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to design, develop, test, and improve products, systems, or processes.
• Contribute to real-world engineering projects and deliverables under the guidance of a mentor.
• Apply engineering principles and coursework to solve technical problems.
• Develop, test, debug, and document technical solutions, tools, or prototypes.
• Analyze data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to support engineering decisions.
• Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and technical discussions.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, and project updates.
• Support testing, validation, and quality assurance activities.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Three months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects.
• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder). Required due to federal regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for a minimum of 12 weeks beginning January 2027.
• Able to provide your own relocation and housing.

Preferred Experience

• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Six months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience through academic projects, student organizations, internships, research, personal projects, or technical hobbies.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for learning new technologies and applying engineering principles to real-world challenges.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering tools, programming languages, or technical platforms related to the role.

Location

Houston, Texas. Housing and relocation assistance are not provided; you must arrange your own.

Employment Terms

12+ weeks full-time internship beginning January 2027. Background check required as part of offer contingency.