The Aerospace Corporation · 19 hours ago
2026 RF / Antenna Undergrad Intern
El Segundo, CA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The RF/Antenna Undergrad Intern will support the design, simulation, fabrication, and testing of antenna prototypes and concepts, involving hands-on RF and antenna testing in multiple antenna ranges.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Participating in studies designed to solve new technical problems and provide new technical solutions in antenna design and measurement
Performing antenna development and measurement including fabrication of antennas, construction of antenna mockups and range configuration
Operating network analyzers, spectrum analyzers and various RF test measurement equipment
Utilizing electromagnetic simulation software tools for antenna design and analysis
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled full-time in a Bachelor's program at an accredited college/university in electrical engineering or related engineering or physics disciplines
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
Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date
RF/Antenna related coursework
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Experience with MATLAB, Python or similar language for numerical computing and automating test equipment
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 of 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Experience with electromagnetic software tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST Studio Suite or FEKO
Experience with microwave test equipment such as network analyzers and spectrum analyzers
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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