2027 Systems Engineering Summer Internship

What you'd do

• You are currently pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical discipline.
• You have a foundational understanding of systems engineering concepts, including requirements, interfaces, system decomposition, and system lifecycle processes.
• You have familiarity with spacecraft and/or mission systems through coursework, laboratory work, research, or project experience.
• You have 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.
• You are interested in applying classroom concepts to real-world space mission development and operations.
• You have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• You are curious, collaborative, and excited to learn from experienced aerospace engineers.
• Successfully contributing to meaningful systems engineering and space mission projects.

What they want

• Applicants must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident/green card holder, or protected individual).
• Must be able to work in-person at our Westminster, CO office.
• Applications will be evaluated and interviewed on a rolling basis. Final deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 pm MT.

What you get

• Gain hands-on experience supporting real missions to the Moon and beyond.
• Work alongside engineers solving some of the most challenging problems in space exploration.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real aerospace projects.
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced technical staff.
• Be part of a team that's passionate about delivering innovation to orbit—and beyond.
• 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 our Westminster, Colorado headquarters

About Advanced Space · Internships

At Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for a 2027 Systems Engineering Summer Intern to join our Systems Engineering team and gain hands-on experience supporting the development and execution of complex space missions. As a Systems Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced technical staff who will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship.