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Draper · 17 hours ago

Graduate Aerospace Model Based Systems Engineering Summer Internship 2026

Cambridge, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $225/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The role involves gaining experience in the Digital Engineering & Enabling Technologies department, specifically helping to develop SysML Models for missiles, spacecraft, and autonomous vehicles critical for national defense.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities will vary depending on the project assignment, which is tailored to the Student's skills and the Draper project lead

Qualification

MATLABSimulinkPythonDynamic Systems ModelingControl SystemsAerospace EngineeringVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeamwork

Required

Student currently working toward a Master's Degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, or related degree. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Science should already be completed

Due to the nature of Draper's work, US citizenship is required

MATLAB and Simulink experience. Ideally, the applicant will have completed a course in Dynamic Systems Modeling or Control Systems

Some experience with scientific programming with Python

Ability to work and succeed within a process-oriented team

Great verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

Familiarity with aerospace systems and related sciences

Some knowledge and interest in Systems Engineering classes and offerings at their college/university

Interest and/or previous academic experience with SysML and Model Based Systems Engineering

Benefits

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga

Health and finance workshops

Off site social events

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938