Spring 2027 Internship (Los Angeles)

Here at The Exploration Company, we are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation.

Spring 2027 Engineering Internship

As an intern for The Exploration Company (TEC), you will be at the forefront of our crewed vehicle development. You will be instrumental in enabling our mission by designing, developing, testing, and improving engineering systems and technology.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers to design, develop, test, and improve products, systems, or processes. Contribute to real-world engineering projects and deliverables under the guidance of a mentor. Apply engineering principles and coursework to solve technical problems. Develop, test, debug, and document technical solutions, tools, or prototypes. Analyze data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to support engineering decisions. Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and technical discussions. Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, and project updates. Support testing, validation, and quality assurance activities.

Basic requirements

Pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in Engineering or a related technical field. Three months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects. Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., current Green Card holders)

Preferred skills and experience

Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above Six months or more of relevant engineering experience through prior internships, co-op programs, or industry projects. Experience working collaboratively in a team environment. Demonstrated hands-on experience through academic projects, student organizations, internships, research, personal projects, or technical hobbies. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a f