Mentored Software Engineer Intern — Spring 2027

SpaceXAI; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

SpaceXAI is offering Spring 2027 Software Engineering Internship/Co-op to motivated students. You will work closely with a mentor on projects with significant impact, applying classroom knowledge outside the classroom and growing your skills.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, curiosity, and the ability to contribute to a flat organization. Onsite full-time for 12 weeks starting Jan or Mar 2027 is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate program.
• 3+ months of software programming or development experience.
• GPA of 3.5 or above (preferred).
• 6+ months experience developing and deploying software used in real-world applications.
• Strong knowledge of computer architecture and networks.
• Experience with software documentation, system diagrams, and enumerating requirements.
• Strong debugging, performance optimization and unit testing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork experience.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a mentor and teammates on impactful software projects.
• Apply knowledge learned in class to real-world applications and grow technical skills.
• Communicate clearly to share progress and results with the team.

Skills

Programming experience

Communication

Team leadership

Documentation

Debugging

Unit testing

Computer architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree or graduate program

Job description

SpaceXAI is offering Spring 2027 Software Engineering Internship/Co-op to motivated students. You will work closely with a mentor on projects with significant impact, applying classroom knowledge outside the classroom and growing your skills.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, curiosity, and the ability to contribute to a flat organization. Onsite full-time for 12 weeks starting Jan or Mar 2027 is expected.