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The Aerospace Corporation · 4 hours ago

2026 Space Communications and Network Systems Undergrad Intern

El Segundo, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $30/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 Space Communications and Network Systems Undergrad Intern to support the Network Systems Department with trade studies and analyses of communications technologies, as well as the development of network lab infrastructure and physical testbeds.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in the development and improvement of our network lab infrastructure

Participate in development of physical testbeds that study optical networking

Collaborate onsite or remotely with our experienced networking engineers

Qualification

Network routing protocolsOptical networking hardwareNetwork simulationData AnalysisProject managementWritten communicationTeam collaborationOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related discipline

Minimum GPA of 3.0

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

Network routing protocol coursework including TCP/IP

Understanding of network simulation and/or networking hardware

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Transcripts required

Strong written and oral communication skills

Must work well in a team environment

Possess organizational, time management and project management skills

Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need

Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

Preferred

Active Security Clearance

Optical networking hardware experience

Hands-on experience with networking routing protocols including TCP/IP usage/implementation

Data Analysis

Project experience in developing network architecture

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