The Aerospace Corporation · 2 hours ago
2026 Data Platforms Engineering Grad Intern
Chantilly, VA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32/hr - $35/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 Platforms Engineering Grad Intern to develop cloud native data platforms and tools to support space-related projects and advance data engineering capabilities.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing cloud native data platforms, tools, and applications to solve some of the toughest problems currently facing the space enterprise
Working with and learning from a group of developers and subject matter experts to support a broad array of space-related projects and advance your own skills
Leveraging the cloud to provide data engineering and data architecture solutions as our customers’ data volumes continue to grow at exponential rates
Interfacing with project leaders, product owners, and customers to convey your key contributions to a project
Working closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Master's, or Ph.D. Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, 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
Intermediate programming ability in Python and/or Java
Familiarity with databases, data processing, and data management systems
Familiarity with modern data management architectures (i.e. Data Lake, Data Fabric, Data Mesh, etc
Cloud-native application development, containerization, and deployment
Hands on experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
Hands-on experience with relational, non-relational, time series, and/or graph databases
Knowledge of backend and middleware development
Hands-on experience with developing and utilizing REST APIs
Ability to use Git for source control
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 using FastAPI or Flask (Python) and/or Springboot (Java) to develop microservices
Ability to deploy applications to Kubernetes
Advanced programming ability in Python and/or Java
Ability to create and deploy Helm charts
Familiarity with CI/CD and DevSecOps concepts and/or practical experience
Familiarity with microservices architectural patterns
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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