The Aerospace Corporation · 14 hours ago
2026 Data Engineering Undergrad Intern
El Segundo, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $30/hrThe 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 Engineering Undergrad Intern to assist in modern data management processes and enhance corporate data sets and applications.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Working with a team of 12 dedicated data engineers to characterize and integrate data sets into our corporate data management platform (DMP). This will provide access to key data to all engineers across the corporation
Characterizing data sets by working with data stewards to define the metadata, use cases, data flow diagrams, and data definitions. These artifacts will then guide the data integration onto the DMP
Working with data owners and data stewards to enhance and improve the corporate Data Catalog
Learning about data management lifecycle processes such as data migration, data transformation, data quality validation, and data delivery
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
Develop leadership competencies including Engaging with Impact, Fostering Innovation, and Delivering Results
Training and mentorship will be provided
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, data science or related 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
Must have Python and C++ programming experience and firm grasp of algorithm development
Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Generative AI prompt engineering experience
Solid understanding of data structures, databases and data architecture
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
Strong written and oral communication skills
Must work well in a team environment
Possess organizational, time management and project management skills. We use Jira for task management
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations
Preferred
GPA 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence, MKDocs, Microsoft Azure data services
Understanding of basic data services such as data pipeline development, database management, object stores, data quality validation
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
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
Founded in 1960
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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