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2027 Systems Engineering Summer Internship

Advanced Space
Location
Westminster, CO
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Internships
Salary
$26–$35
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
  • Foundational understanding of systems engineering concepts, including requirements, interfaces, system decomposition, and system lifecycle processes
  • Familiarity with spacecraft and/or mission systems through coursework, laboratory work, research, or project experience
  • Completed coursework relevant to engineering design, flight dynamics, control systems, mechanics, electronics, embedded systems, software engineering, programming, modeling and simulation, orbital mechanics, systems engineering, or senior design/capstone projects
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
  • Experience with requirements management tools or processes
  • Systems architecture development
  • Interface definition and control
  • Engineering trade studies
  • Modeling and simulation
What the job really is

The 2027 Systems Engineering Summer Internship at Advanced Space offers students hands-on experience in supporting the development and execution of complex space missions. Interns will work closely with experienced engineers on projects related to system requirements, architecture, and integration activities, while applying their academic knowledge to real-world challenges in space exploration.

Benefits
  • Competitive internship compensation: $26–$35/hour
  • Housing stipend
  • Mentorship and guidance from technical staff
  • Opportunities to contribute to research projects directly tied to active space missions
  • Collaborative work environment at Westminster, Colorado headquarters
Things to weigh
  • Internship is onsite in Westminster, CO, which may require relocation or commuting
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Applications evaluated on a rolling basis, with a final deadline of November 2, 2026
  • Internship may involve complex and challenging projects, which could be demanding
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