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SpaceX · 1 month ago

Summer 2026 Software Engineering Internship/Co-op

Flexible - Any SpaceX Site

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$30/hr - $40/hr

0+ years exp

Start in 2026 Summer

SpaceX is a company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. They are seeking extraordinary students for software engineering internships in Summer 2026, where interns will work closely with mentors on impactful projects while networking with peers. Candidates are expected to apply their knowledge in a collaborative environment, contributing to various software engineering teams across the company.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work closely with your mentor and other employees to apply knowledge and grow skills on projects that have a significant impact

Develop, analyze and verify mission critical software configurations for various teams such as Dragon, Falcon, and Starlink

Ensure software is configured to each mission's specifications and troubleshoot flight software when necessary

Qualification

CC++PythonJavaJavaScriptSoftware documentationDebuggingPerformance optimizationInterpersonal skillsTeamworkCommunicationInitiativeAdaptability

Required

Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree or graduate program by the start of employment

3+ months of software programming or development experience

Software coding experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python

Applicant for this intern position must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158

Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in May or June 2026

Able to provide own transportation for positions at Bastrop, Cape Canaveral, McGregor and Vandenberg locations