2025 Software Engineering Undergraduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Software Engineering Undergraduate Intern for an opportunity within our Software Implementation and Integration Department. This group is part of the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) and is responsible for full life cycle software engineering and application development. This position will be located at in Chantilly, VA.

Work Model

This position will be a hybrid work model and offer partially remote with some onsite work required in Chantilly, VA. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Participates in the software design & implementation of a simulated space system.

• Develops prototype software in Python, Java & C to operate on the simulated space element and the simulated ground element.

• Participates 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.

What Corporate Skills You Will Bring

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Must work well in a team environment.

• Must possess strong 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.

• Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company’s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation

What You Need to Be Successful

Minimum Requirements:  

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field(s)

• Minimum GPA 3.0

• 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.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

• Experience programming in Python, C/C++, or JAVA

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

• Transcripts required.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• GPA 3.5 or higher

• Active TS/SCI

• Prior participation in agile software development.

• Experience working with common cloud computing services such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure.

Temporary housing assistance is not available.   

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace,