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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 days ago

2026 Aerospace Returning Interns

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$18/hr - $48/hr

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise across all aspects of space. The 2026 Aerospace Internship Program offers paid full-time positions for returning interns, where candidates will participate in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.

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Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assignments vary depending on the hiring organization, but you are applying to the same role for which you were an intern at Aerospace in 2025

You will likely participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners

Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks

Training and mentorship will be provided

Qualification

Aerospace EngineeringComputer ScienceCyber SecurityElectrical EngineeringProject ManagementWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationTeamworkOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber/Cyber Security, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Intelligence Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Physics, Software Engineering, and Systems Engineering, Business, Communications, Accounting and other related 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

2025 internship at The Aerospace Corporation

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

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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

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