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The Aerospace Corporation · 11 hours ago

2026 Data and Software Engineering Grad Intern

Chantilly, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$32/hr - $35/hr

Start in 2026

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are hiring a Data and Software Engineering Intern to develop cutting-edge data platforms and capabilities for advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, focusing on supporting national security space customers.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Working closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers

We provide data engineering and data architecture solutions for the space enterprise

Data engineering is at the center of many developing and future information systems and holds a key role in the organization at large

Customers rely on our capabilities as data volumes continue to grow at exponential rates

This position is focused on leading development and developing highly resilient and efficient data platforms

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed

We use the development of these types of data platforms to increase velocity and innovation for Aerospace and our customers

Qualification

Data engineeringData architectureMATLABCloud-native developmentMicroservice architecturesData management systemsCommunication skillsTeamworkOrganizational skillsProject managementInterpersonal skills

Required

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or related engineering discipline

Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Proficiency in solid modeling and MATLAB for simulation, analysis, and data processing

Strong understanding in data engineering, architectures, and platform integration

Demonstrated research experience with data ontologies and knowledge graphs

Experience with databases and data management systems

Cloud-native application development and deployment and familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Platform One, etc

Knowledge of backend and middleware development, as well as ontologies and knowledge graphs

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Transcripts required

Preferred

GPA 3.5 or higher

Active security clearance

Experience with data security and governance technologies

Microservice architectures

Knowledge of data virtualization and data access

Distributed and stream data processing

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect