Summer 2027 Return Internship - Graduate

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 31,409,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support

Relocation support

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, Florida, is offering an internship program for graduate students who have completed at least one prior Blue Origin internship. The program provides real-world aerospace experience, mentorship, and exposure to multiple engineering domains across the organization.

Interns must be US citizens or eligible for work in the U.S., be enrolled in a graduate degree with at least one semester remaining, and be available full-time for 15 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one internship at Blue Origin.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.
• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program with at least one semester remaining.
• At least one year of college coursework completed by time of application.
• Available to work full time for 15 weeks while not enrolled in coursework.
• Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for space.

Skills

Previous Blue Origin internship

US work eligibility

Strong written and verbal comms

Interpersonal skills

Passion for space

Education

Graduate degree program (enrolled)

At least one year of coursework post-high school (sophomore standing)

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Projects include: Aerospace Systems Engineering, Avionics Software, Electrical Systems Engineering, GNC, Manufacturing Engineering, Structural & Mechanical Systems Engineering, and Test Engineering.

During Your Internship Experience, You Can Expect To

• Gain hands on, real-world experience.
• Receive mentorship and feedback from mentors and managers.
• Participate in events to learn about other parts of our organization.

Required Qualifications

• Must have completed one internship at Blue Origin.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
• Completed at least one year of full-time coursework post high school graduation at the time of application (obtained sophomore standing).
• Available to work full time for 15 weeks while not concurrently enrolled in coursework.
• Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for space.

Desired:

• Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrates development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities.
• Hands-on project experience.

We offer housing and relocation support.

Interns are responsible for daily transportation to and from their work locations.

Hourly compensation for applicant is: $38.00

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affir­mative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.