Summer 2027 Internship (Software) Verified today
About the Role
As a Summer 2027 intern at The Exploration Company, you will work on crewed vehicle development. You will design, develop, test, and improve engineering systems and technology under the guidance of a mentor.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with engineers to design, develop, test, and improve products, systems, or processes.
- Contribute to real-world engineering projects and deliverables.
- 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) due to ITAR/EAR regulations.
- Able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for a minimum of 12 weeks beginning May 2027.
- Able to provide your own relocation and housing (relocation assistance is not provided).
Preferred Skills and 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
Los Angeles, California
About The Exploration Company
We are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation. We value agile decision-making, open collaboration, and a commitment to democratising space.