The Aerospace Corporation · 17 hours ago
2026 Acquisition and Analysis Undergraduate Intern
El Segundo, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$30/hr - $30/hrThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise. They are hiring a full-time onsite undergraduate-level Acquisition and Analysis Intern to apply engineering design processes, conduct research on disruptive technologies, and support systems engineering assessments.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Apply the engineering design process to develop prototypes and/or recommend process and product enhancements that result in more robust, innovative, and agile capabilities
Create visualizations that will highlight acquisition and systems engineering needs and trends
Conduct research on disruptive technologies that will change the space industry over the next decade
Participate in cross-organizational teams to support research, prototype development, or technical system engineering assessments
Communicate task progress, results, technical issues, and recommendations to management, customers and/or peers in a timely manner
Present a briefing on all aspects of the summer experience, including task assignments, progress, and intern activities, to management and peers
Training and mentorship will be provided
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a 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
Junior class standing completed by internship start date
Minimum GPA of 3.0
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
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 of 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Proficiency with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, Java
Familiarity with databases, data science, visualization applications
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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