Digital Business Technology Infrastructure (DBT) Intern

avav; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing reimbursement

Job summary

AV is offering a paid Summer Internship Program designed to provide students with an immersive, hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense industry. Interns will work closely with AV team members on meaningful projects, gaining professional relationships and practical experience in a full-time work environment.

This 12-week, onsite program targets students currently enrolled in college or recent graduates, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and preference for juniors or above.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
• 0–1 year of related experience with technology systems.
• GPA 3.0 or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with virtual server and IT networking day-to-day operations.
• Review infrastructure monitoring tools and document disruptions.
• Validate that SLAs are in place and enforced for all devices.
• Assist in educating, monitoring, and training personnel in safe procedures.
• Monitor on-prem data center floor and inspect devices for warnings or outages.
• Perform routine tasks under close supervision.
• Follow detailed instructions on all assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

0–1 year experience

3.0 GPA

Education

4-year IT/CS degree in progress

Job description

Worker Type

Supplemental

Job Description

Summer Internship Program

Our paid Summer Internship Program is designed to provide students with an immersive, hands‑on experience within the aerospace and defense industry. Interns work alongside AV team members on meaningful projects involving cutting‑edge technology while developing professional relationships, strategic problem‑solving skills, and practical experience in a full‑time work environment.

This is a 12-week, onsite program intended for highly motivated and passionate students who are currently enrolled in college or are recent graduates. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, with a preference for students at the junior level or above.

Our program has been recognized by Yello and WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for multiple years.

Depending on the team and location, students who are willing to relocate for their internship may be eligible for a relocation and housing reimbursement stipend.

AV offers internship opportunities across various teams and locations throughout the United States. Specific team, location, and program details will be discussed during the interview process.

Summary

The Digital Business Technology Infrastructure (DBT) Intern has the opportunity to work with and be mentored by technology specialists in conducting network and server operational tasks for Information Technology services for the enterprise.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Assist with virtual server and IT networking day to day operations. Conduct inventory review for operational status of devices and services for technical expected states.
• Review Infrastructure monitoring tools and responding and documenting disruptions.
• Validate that Service level agreements (SLA) are in place and enforced for all devices in operations with the enterprise.
• Assists in educating, monitoring, and training personnel in safe work procedures
• Monitor on-prem data center floor. Inspect devices in various racks for any warning or outage related notifications for various devices.
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment
• Receives detailed instructions on all work under close supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Preferred Skills & Experience)

• Currently enrolled and working on a 4‑year degree in a related field (Information Technology, Computer Science.)
• 0 – 1 year of experience in a related field with experience working with technology related systems
• 3.0 GPA or higher required

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Current certification in any of Microsoft, AWS, CompTia, ITIL preferred
• Demonstrates competency in researching and applying DBT compliance regulations to site operations
• Maintain a level of competence in DBT regulatory compliance
• Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Able to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, twist, bend (Occasional)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (Occasional)
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time (Frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission‑obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required