Returning Intern: Space Systems 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation invites students to return to the role they interned in 2026 for a paid full-time summer internship. The program runs 10 weeks with start dates in May or June and end dates in August or September at multiple on-site locations nationwide, including El Segundo, CA.

You’ll work with interdisciplinary teams on research projects, receive training and mentorship, and develop strong communication and project-management skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. in aerospace, chemistry, computer science, cyber security, engineering, math, physics, or related disciplines.
• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and return to degree studies after internship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organization

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in STEM

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation invites students to return to the role they interned in 2026 for a paid full-time summer internship. The program runs 10 weeks with start dates in May or June and end dates in August or September at multiple on-site locations nationwide, including El Segundo, CA.

You’ll work with interdisciplinary teams on research projects, receive training and mentorship, and develop strong communication and project-management skills in a dynamic environment.