Summer 2027 Internship (Software)
Required skills
- ITAR
- EAR
- U.S. citizens
- lawful permanent residents
- Green Card holders
Nice to have
- GPA 3.5
- academic projects
- student organizations
- personal projects
- technical hobbies
- analytical skills
Role summary
The Exploration Company is seeking Software Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 to contribute to innovative aerospace technologies, specifically in crewed vehicle development. Interns will collaborate with engineers on real-world projects, applying engineering principles to design, develop, test, and improve systems. Responsibilities include applying coursework, developing technical solutions, analyzing data, participating in reviews, and creating documentation. The role requires pursuing an engineering degree and at least three months of relevant engineering experience. Preferred qualifications include a GPA of 3.5+, six months of experience, and proficiency with engineering tools and programming languages. The internship is full-time, onsite in Los Angeles, CA, for a minimum of 12 weeks.
Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity.
Summer 2027 Engineering Internship:
As an intern for The Exploration Company (TEC), you will be at the forefront of our crewed vehicle development. You will be instrumental in enabling our mission by designing, developing, testing, and improving engineering systems and technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with engineers to design, develop, test, and improve products, systems, or processes.
Contribute to real-world engineering projects and deliverables under the guidance of a mentor.
Apply engineering principles and coursework to solve technical problems.
Develop, test, debug, and document technical solutions, tools, or prototypes.
Analyze data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to support engineering decisions.
Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and technical discussions.
Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, and project updates.
Support testing, validation, and quality assurance activities.
Basic requirements:
Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Three months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects.
Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., current Green Card holders)
Preferred skills and experience:
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above
Six months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects.
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrated hands-on experience through academic projects, student organizations, internships, research, personal projects, or technical hobbies.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for learning new technologies and applying engineering principles to real-world challenges.
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency with relevant engineering tools, programming languages, or technical platforms related to the role.
Additional Requirements:
Able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for a minimum of 12 weeks beginning May 2027
Able to provide your own relocation and housing
Note: Housing and relocation are not provided
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.
