Return-to-Space Internship: Summer 2027

The Aerospace Corporation; Vandenberg Village (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking participants for its 2026 Aerospace Internship Program, returning to the same internship role as in 2026. These paid full-time positions run for a minimum of 10 weeks in the summer, with multiple start and end date options and onsite work locations across the United States.

Responsibilities include collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on research or technical programs and applying standard techniques under mentorship.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time in accredited program pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. in relevant disciplines.
• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks and return to degree program after completion.
• Participation in the 2026 Aerospace Internship Program and return to Aerospace internship role.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Transcripts required.

Responsibilities

• Join an interdisciplinary team on ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.
• Apply standard techniques and procedures to carry out prescribed scientific and engineering tasks.
• Training and mentorship will be provided.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Organization / time management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD degrees in STEM or related fields

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking participants for its 2026 Aerospace Internship Program, returning to the same internship role as in 2026. These paid full-time positions run for a minimum of 10 weeks in the summer, with multiple start and end date options and onsite work locations across the United States.

Responsibilities include collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on research or technical programs and applying standard techniques under mentorship.