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Software Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

K2 Space
Location
Los Angeles
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Software
Salary
$30 - $40
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • 6+ months of experience using technical engineering skills outside of the university classroom setting
  • Development experience in Rust, C/C++, or Go
  • Available for a minimum 12-week internship in person at HQ in Torrance
Nice to have
  • Ability to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment
  • Experience with spacecraft flight software development
  • Experience with Linux systems programming and driver development
  • Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery systems
  • Experience building or working with hard real-time embedded systems
What the job really is

As a Software Engineering Intern at K2, you will work closely with engineers on a software engineering project that supports the operation of spacecraft. Your responsibilities will include creating software architecture for spacecraft control, developing applications for subsystems, designing state machines, and performing data analysis to resolve software bugs. This internship offers hands-on experience with advanced technologies in a collaborative environment.

Benefits
  • Hourly pay range of $30 - $40 per hour
  • Housing and travel stipend may also be available
Things to weigh
  • Internship is in-person at HQ in Torrance
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role involves working with advanced technologies, which may require a steep learning curve
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet 100% of preferred skills
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