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2027 Aerospace Returning Intern

The Aerospace Corporation

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Pay: about $10-$60/hr
When: Summer 2026
Where: Colorado Springs · On-site

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Availability: Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.

What you'll do

Assignments vary depending on the hiring organization, but you are applying to the same role for which you were an intern at Aerospace in 2026.
You will likely participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners
Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks
Training and mentorship will be provided
What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring
Strong written and oral communication skills

What they want

What You Need to be Successful
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.
2026 internship at The Aerospace Corporation.
Transcripts required.
Temporary housing assistance is not available.
(Min - Max)

Pay and perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Relocation assistance

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The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

This requisition is intended for candidates who participated in the 2026 Aerospace Internship Program. You are applying for a position to return to the role for which you were an intern in 2026.

The Aerospace Internship Program Opportunities Are Paid Full-time Positions For a Minimum Of 10-weeks In The Summer. Internship Start And End Dates Are Listed Below

Start Dates: 5/17, 5/24, 6/01, 6/14, or 6/21
End Dates: 8/06, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, or 9/03

Locations: Candidates must be willing to work onsite at an Aerospace location including but not limited to: El Segundo, CA, Vandenberg SFB, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, Greenbelt, MD, Albuquerque, NM, Houston, TX, Salt Lake City, UT, Chantilly, VA, Crystal City, VA, or Huntsville, AL.

What You’ll Be Doing

Assignments vary depending on the hiring organization, but you are applying to the same role for which you were an intern at Aerospace in 2026.
You will likely participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners
Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks
Training and mentorship will be provided

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring

Strong written and oral communication skills
Must work well in a team environment
Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

Minimum Requirements

What You Need to be Successful

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber/Cyber Security, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Physics. Software Engineering, and Systems Engineering, Business, Communications, Accounting and other related disciplines.
Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
2026 internship at The Aerospace Corporation.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Transcripts required.

Temporary housing assistance is not available.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$18.00 - $48.00

Pay Basis: Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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