Software Engineering Internship Summer 2027

United-Launch-Alliance-; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United Launch Alliance is offering a Software Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027 in Denver, CO. You’ll gain hands-on experience across embedded and simulation software while collaborating with hardware and analysis engineers.

Must be pursuing a STEM bachelor’s, able to enroll Fall 2027, and available full-time for 10 weeks. Proficiency in C++, C, JavaScript, Python, Shell, and Perl is expected, along with strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Active pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university.
• Must plan to be enrolled in Fall Semester 2027.
• Able to work full‑time for a minimum of 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Experience in software languages: C++, C, JavaScript, Python, Shell, Perl.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work at Denver, CO.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, develop, integrate, test and deploy software products
• Maintain engineering software infrastructure supporting real‑time systems and labs
• Collaborate with hardware and analysis engineers on embedded and simulation software systems
• Apply standards and processes to ensure software quality control
• Perform planning, requirements management, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk analyses
• Develop software that simulates physical systems and real‑time operations
• Develop and use advanced GUI and visualization tools
• Support engineers and shadow operations on larger projects

Skills

C++

C

JavaScript

Python

Shell

Perl

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in STEM

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Software Engineering Internship Summer 2027

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 150 consecutive missions doesn’t just happen. It’s credit to the commitment of our 2,500 team members and the systems and processes we use to pull them together.

As a ULA intern, you’ll gain real-world work experience and exposure to life at the nation’s premier space launch company. Together, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Software Engineering Intern at United Launch Alliance you'll gain hands‑on experience and will have the opportunity to:

• Architect, design, develop, integrate, tests and deploy software products supporting applications environments, engineering simulation environments, and embedded launch vehicle flight and ground system control environments.
• Maintain engineering software infrastructure supporting real time systems, engineering labs, and all other assets used to support software product continuous integration and continuous delivery.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and development, collaborate with hardware and analysis engineers in the architecture, planning, design, development, and utilization of embedded and simulation software systems.
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle and ensures software quality control standards are met.
• Perform technical planning, requirements management, system integration, verification and validation, cost, and risk analyses for software systems development and integration.
• Develop software that simulates physical systems and simulates real-time operations.
• Develop integrates and uses advanced graphical user interfaces and visualization tools.
• Software Engineering subskills include Embedded Software, Simulation Modeling Software, Applications Software, Software Product Owner; Software Scrum Master, Software Development Operations; Software Systems Architect, and Software Systems Integrator, cloud engineering, CICD Developers, AI engineering.
• Support one or more experienced engineers in performance of assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day‑to‑day workings of engineering.

Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns!

Required Education

At minimum completed Sophomoreyear of college or university by the time of the summer internship assignment.

• High School/GED

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a minimum college GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale at the time of application; cumulative, no rounding. NOTE: An unofficial transcript is required if you are invited for an interview. We recommend you upload it to your profile when you apply.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and motorized vehicle transportation if assigned an internship in Alabama; California; Florida; or Pueblo, Colorado. For Denver, Colorado and Washington, DC, motorized transportation is recommended.

Role Specific Qualifications

• At minimum, actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have plans to be enrolled in classes during Fall Semester 2027.
• Ability to work full‑time for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
• Experience working in one or more software languages:
  • C++
  • C
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Shell
  • Perl
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Effective presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to complete an internship at any of the below ULA's locations:
  • Denver, CO

Summary Salary Range:

CO: $23.10 - $37.95

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 90 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR).This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Actrequires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.

ULA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.