Student Hiring Data
Aerospace Hiring Trends for Students
Data-driven insights from 404 aerospace, defense, and space companies — internship programs, entry-level hiring, AI readiness, and more.
Key Stats
By Company Size
How internship programs and entry-level hiring break down across company size tiers.
By Sector
Top sectors ranked by number of companies with internship programs.
AI Readiness Landscape
Distribution of AI outlook ratings across 404 rated companies. Understanding where the industry stands on AI adoption helps students target companies aligned with their interests.
Companies with Internship Programs
255 companies with confirmed internship programs for students.
A&G Machine Inc.
Mid-SizeManufacturing precision-machined components and complex assemblies for major aerospace platforms
View profile →AAR Corp
PrimeLeading provider of aviation services, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), and supply chain solutions.
AAR Internship Program View profile →ABL Space Systems
StartupU.S. launch company developing propulsion and launch systems for responsive deployment of small satellites.
View profile →Accion Systems
Mid-SizeIn-space propulsion tech developer creating compact electric propulsion systems for satellites.
View profile →AeroControlex
Mid-SizeManufacturer of motion control and actuation components for aerospace and defense platforms.
View profile →AeroMed Group
LargeDelivers integrated supply chain solutions and inventory management for aerospace and defense.
View profile →Aeronix Technologies
Mid-SizeSecuring aerospace data links with high-assurance cryptographic hardware and software
View profile →Aerospace National Instruments
LargeProvides test and measurement systems for mission-critical aerospace and defense validation.
View profile →AeroTEC
Mid-SizeAerospace comprehensive testing and certification
View profile →Aerovel
Mid-SizeManufacturer of the Flexrotor small tactical unmanned aerial system (STUAS) for maritime and land-based operations.
View profile →AeroVironment
LargeU.S. defense tech company designing autonomous systems and counter-UAS solutions.
View profile →Aevum
Mid-SizeAutonomous space logistics and launch automation company focusing on rapid, reusable space access.
View profile →Agile Space
Mid-SizeU.S. aerospace company developing in-space propulsion systems and thrusters for spacecraft missions.
View profile →Aireon
LargeOperates the first global, space-based air traffic surveillance system for tracking ADS-B equipped aircraft.
View profile →Alaska Airlines
LargeMajor U.S. commercial airline headquartered in Seattle, operating a fleet of Boeing and Airbus aircraft across North America.
View profile →Altamira Technologies Corporation
LargeDefense intelligence and analytic solutions.
View profile →ALTEK, Inc.
Mid-SizeAerospace composite and metal parts
View profile →Amazon Leo
LargeAmazon’s satellite broadband project deploying a large low Earth orbit internet constellation.
View profile →Amazon Prime Air
LargeAmazon’s division developing drone delivery and advanced air mobility logistics solutions.
View profile →Amentum
LargeU.S. defense contractor specializing in mission support and advanced systems integration.
View profile →AMETEK
LargeLeading manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices for aerospace.
View profile →Ampaire
Mid-SizeDeveloper of hybrid and electric aircraft for short-haul and regional flights.
View profile →Amphenol Aerospace
LargeManufacturer of interconnects, connectors, and cabling systems for aerospace and defense platforms.
View profile →Amprius
LargeDevelops high-energy density silicon nanowire batteries for aircraft and satellite systems.
View profile →Analytical Mechanics Associates
Mid-SizeAerospace engineering and analytics
View profile →Anduril Industries
LargeDefense technology company developing autonomous systems, sensors, and integrated defense platforms.
Anduril Internship Program View profile →Ansys
LargeDeveloper of engineering simulation and digital twin software for aerospace and defense.
View profile →Applied Intuition
LargeDeveloper of simulation platforms for autonomous aerospace systems and testing AI flight software.
View profile →Arcfield
LargeDefense engineering focused on MBSE and analytical model development.
View profile →Archer Aviation
LargeDeveloper of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban air mobility.
View profile →AST SpaceMobile
LargeCompany building a satellite network to provide global broadband connectivity.
View profile →Astra
Mid-SizeDeveloper of small-lift orbital launch vehicles for commercial satellite deployment.
View profile →Astranis
LargeManufactures small geostationary communications satellites to provide internet connectivity to underserved regions.
View profile →Astro Digital
Mid-SizeOffers Earth observation satellite data and analytics solutions for commercial and research applications.
View profile →Astrobotic
Mid-SizeDevelops lunar landers, rovers, and spacecraft for commercial and NASA missions.
View profile →Astrolab
LargeDevelops hardware and infrastructure, primarily planetary rovers, to support long-term human presence beyond Earth.
View profile →Atlas Space Operations
Mid-SizeProvides satellite operations software and ground control solutions for commercial and government clients.
View profile →Aurex
Mid-SizePrecision manufacturing
View profile →Auria Space
LargeAuria advances complex space, missile, and cyber operations with visionary solutions and software that ensure smooth and precise execution.
View profile →Avidyne
Mid-SizeManufacturer of advanced avionics and flight instrumentation for aircraft.
View profile →AvtechTyee
Mid-SizeAircraft electronic systems
View profile →Axiom Space
Mid-SizePrivate company developing commercial space stations and crewed spaceflight systems.
View profile →BAE Systems
PrimeGlobal defense, aerospace, and security company providing advanced electronics, intelligence, and security solutions.
BAE Systems Internship Program View profile →Ballard Technology
Mid-SizeDesigns and manufactures avionics interface products and electronic systems for aerospace and defense applications.
View profile →Barnes Aerospace
LargeProvides precision machining and fabrication of complex aero-engine and airframe components.
View profile →Barrios Technology
Mid-SizeProvides software engineering and simulation solutions for aerospace missions.
View profile →Benchmark Space
Mid-SizeProvides launch services and vehicle development for small satellites.
View profile →Beta Technologies
Mid-SizeManufacturer of electric aircraft for cargo and passenger transport.
View profile →BLR Aerospace
Mid-SizeAircraft performance modifications
View profile →Blue Canyon Technologies
LargeDeveloper of satellite buses, subsystems, and spacecraft integration services.
View profile →Blue Origin
LargeDeveloper of orbital and suborbital launch vehicles with reusable technology, as well as lunar crew and cargo landers.
Blue Origin Internship Program View profile →BlueHalo
LargeProvides advanced defense electronics and mission systems for security applications.
View profile →Boeing
PrimeAerospace and defense company developing aircraft, spacecraft, and launch vehicles.
Boeing Internship Program View profile →Boom Supersonic
Mid-SizeDeveloper of supersonic commercial aircraft for passenger transport.
View profile →Booz Allen Hamilton
LargeProvides engineering software and AI solutions for aerospace and defense systems.
Booz Allen Summer Games Internship View profile →BridgeComm
Mid-SizeIntegrated LaserComm with SSA/SDA for Real Time Operations Environment
View profile →BryceTech
Mid-SizeProvides market research, analytics, and insights for space industry clients.
View profile →Busek
Mid-SizeDeveloper of advanced propulsion systems for spacecraft and satellites.
View profile →BWXT
LargeManufactures nuclear and advanced propulsion systems for defense and space applications.
View profile →CACI International
LargeProvides mission software, cybersecurity, and digital engineering solutions for defense and space systems.
View profile →Capella Space
Mid-SizeOperates synthetic aperture radar satellites providing high-resolution Earth observation data.
View profile →CesiumAstro
Mid-SizeDevelops advanced active phased array communication payloads for satellites and aerospace platforms.
View profile →Charles River Analytics
Mid-SizeProvides R&D solutions in security, training, and AI-powered business intelligence.
View profile →Cirrus Aircraft
LargeManufactures advanced composite aircraft for personal and training aviation markets.
View profile →Cobalt Enterprises, LLC
Mid-SizeAerospace precision machining
View profile →Collins Aerospace
PrimeDesigns and manufactures aerospace components, avionics, and mission systems for aircraft and space platforms.
Collins Aerospace Internship Program View profile →COMSPOC
Mid-SizeDevelops space situational awareness software and space traffic management solutions.
View profile →Comtech
LargeDevelops satellite communications equipment and network solutions.
View profile →Crane Aerospace
LargeManufactures critical aerospace components and power systems.
View profile →Curtiss-Wright
LargeDevelops defense electronics, avionics, and mission systems.
View profile →Dedrone
Mid-SizeDevelops drone detection and airspace security systems.
View profile →Descartes Labs
Mid-SizeProvides geospatial analytics and satellite data insights using AI-driven platforms.
View profile →DroneDeploy
Mid-SizeProvides cloud-based software for drone mapping, aerial inspection, and geospatial data analysis.
View profile →Ducommun
LargeManufactures structural components and engineered materials for aerospace platforms.
View profile →Dynetics
LargeDevelops missile systems, space technologies, and advanced defense solutions.
View profile →Dynon Avionics
Mid-SizeDevelops avionics systems and flight instrumentation for light aircraft.
View profile →DZYNE Technologies
Mid-SizeDevelops autonomous aerial systems and mission solutions for defense applications.
View profile →Eaton Aerospace
LargeManufactures aerospace power management, fuel, and hydraulic systems.
View profile →Echodyne
Mid-SizeMetamaterial radar systems
View profile →Electra.aero
Mid-SizeDeveloping hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft for regional air mobility.
View profile →Electroimpact
LargeDesign and manufacturing of aerospace tooling and automation
View profile →Elroy Air
Mid-SizeDevelops autonomous cargo aircraft for middle-mile logistics.
View profile →Epirus
Mid-SizeDevelops high-power microwave directed energy systems for counter-electronics missions.
View profile →ExoAnalytic Solutions
Mid-SizeProvides space domain awareness through a global network of optical telescopes tracking objects in orbit.
View profile →Fatigue Technology Inc.
Mid-SizeAircraft structural durability
View profile →Firefly Aerospace
Mid-SizeDevelops orbital launch vehicles and lunar mission services.
View profile →GA-ASI
LargeDevelops unmanned aerial systems and advanced ISR platforms for defense missions.
View profile →Garmin
LargeDevelops avionics, navigation systems, and flight instrumentation for aviation platforms.
View profile →GE Aerospace
PrimeDevelops aircraft engines, advanced propulsion systems, and aerospace technologies.
GE Aerospace Internship & Co-op View profile →General Atomics
LargeDevelops unmanned aerial systems, advanced defense technologies, and mission systems.
View profile →General Dynamics
PrimeDevelops combat systems, mission technologies, and integrated defense platforms.
General Dynamics Internship Program View profile →Genesys Aerosystems
Mid-SizeDevelops avionics systems and flight control solutions for fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft.
View profile →Gevo
Mid-SizeDevelops sustainable aviation fuel and renewable energy solutions for aviation.
View profile →Globalstar
LargeOperates low Earth orbit satellite constellations providing mobile connectivity services.
View profile →Gordian Software
StartupAirline ancillary revenue API platform powering merchandising for 100+ airline partners.
View profile →Gore Aerospace
LargeManufactures high-performance cables, sealing solutions, and aerospace materials.
View profile →Gulfstream Aerospace
LargeDesigns and manufactures advanced business jet aircraft.
View profile →Hadrian
Mid-SizeBuilding a network of automated precision factories to streamline the production of aerospace and defense hardware.
View profile →HawkEye 360
Mid-SizeOperates RF sensing satellite constellations for geospatial intelligence and analytics.
View profile →Heico
LargeManufactures aerospace components and aftermarket replacement parts.
View profile →Hermeus
Mid-SizeDevelops high-speed and hypersonic aircraft platforms.
View profile →Heron Systems
Mid-SizeDevelops autonomous AI agents for defense and aerospace applications.
View profile →Hexcel
LargeManufactures advanced composite materials for aerospace structures.
View profile →Hidden Level
StartupProvides advanced RF sensing and drone detection technology for airspace monitoring and security.
View profile →Honeywell Aerospace
PrimeDesigns and manufactures avionics, engines, environmental control systems, and aerospace components for commercial and defense platforms.
Honeywell Futures Program View profile →Howmet Aerospace
LargeProvides advanced engineered solutions and structural components for the aerospace industry.
View profile →Hughes Network
LargeProvides satellite broadband and secure connectivity services.
View profile →Impulse Space
StartupDevelops orbital transfer vehicles for in-space transportation and logistics.
View profile →Infinity Systems Engineering
Mid-SizeSpace mission engineering
View profile →Insitu Inc.
LargeBoeing subsidiary focused on development of autonmous unmanned aircraft systems.
View profile →Intelsat
LargeOperates global satellite constellations providing broadband and communications services.
View profile →Intuitive Machines
LargeDevelops lunar landers and in-space logistics platforms.
View profile →Iridium Communications
LargeOperates a 66-satellite LEO constellation providing global voice and data communications for maritime, aviation, and defense.
View profile →ITT Inc
LargeManufactures aerospace components, fluid systems, and electronic connectors.
View profile →Jacobs
LargeProvides engineering, systems integration, and digital solutions for aerospace and defense programs.
View profile →Jaunt Air Mobility
Mid-SizeDevelops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban transport.
View profile →Jet Parts Engineering
Mid-SizeFAA-approved PMA parts manufacturer and MRO solutions provider for commercial aviation.
View profile →Joby Aviation
LargeDevelops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for passenger transport.
View profile →K2 Space Corporation
LargeManufactures high-power, mega-class satellite buses designed to provide the capabilities of large satellites at lower cost.
View profile →Kaman Corporation
LargeSpecialized manufacturer of aerospace components and heavy-lift unmanned helicopters.
View profile →Karman Space & Defense
LargeSpacecraft separation, aerodynamic interstage, and propulsion systems.
View profile →KBR
LargeProvides engineering, systems integration, and mission support services for space and defense programs.
View profile →Kord Technologies
Mid-SizeDevelops defense electronics and mission system integration solutions.
View profile →Kratos Defense
LargeDevelops unmanned systems and advanced defense electronics.
View profile →Kymeta
Mid-SizeDevelops flat-panel satellite antennas and connectivity solutions.
View profile →L3Harris
PrimeDevelops advanced defense electronics, missile systems, and space technologies.
L3Harris Internship Program View profile →Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
LargeResearch institute that designs, builds, and operates space science instruments for a wide range of cosmic and planetary missions.
View profile →Leidos
LargeProvides mission systems integration and digital engineering solutions for defense and space.
View profile →LeoLabs
Mid-SizeProvides radar-based space tracking and collision avoidance services.
View profile →LeoStella
Mid-SizeManufactures small satellite platforms for commercial constellations.
View profile →LIFT Aircraft
Mid-SizeDevelops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for personal flight.
View profile →Lockheed Martin
PrimeDevelops advanced defense systems, spacecraft, and integrated mission platforms.
Lockheed Martin CWEP & Internships View profile →Loft Orbital
Mid-SizeProvides satellite-as-a-service platforms for rapid payload deployment.
View profile →Lynk Global
Mid-SizeDevelops satellite constellations enabling direct-to-device connectivity.
View profile →magniX
Mid-SizeDevelops electric propulsion systems for aviation platforms.
View profile →Matternet
StartupDevelops autonomous drone delivery platforms for urban logistics networks.
View profile →Mercury Systems
LargeDevelops secure processing subsystems and mission electronics.
View profile →Merlin Labs
Mid-SizeDevelops autonomous flight control systems for aircraft platforms.
View profile →MethaneSAT
Mid-SizeOperates satellite-based methane monitoring systems.
View profile →Metis Technology
Mid-SizeProvides engineering and technical services for aerospace programs.
View profile →Micro-Ant
Mid-SizeDesigns and manufactures high-performance antennas for satellite communication and aerospace.
View profile →Millennium Space Systems
Mid-SizeManufactures small satellite platforms for national security missions.
View profile →Momentus
Mid-SizeProvides in-space transportation and orbital transfer services.
View profile →Moog Inc.
LargeDevelops precision motion control and actuation systems for aerospace.
View profile →MORSE Corp
Mid-SizeAI and defense technology company providing multi-disciplinary national security solutions.
View profile →Museum of Flight
LargeThe world's largest independent air and space museum, offering education programs, career pathways, and preservation of aviation heritage.
View profile →Nanoracks
Mid-SizeProvides in-space services and commercial space station infrastructure.
View profile →NASA
PrimeUSA's federal agency responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics research, and space exploration.
NASA Pathways & OSSI Internships View profile →NewSpace Systems
Mid-SizeSatellite subsystem hardware
View profile →Northrop Grumman
PrimeDevelops advanced defense systems, spacecraft, and missile technologies.
Northrop Grumman Internship Program View profile →Northwest Seaplanes
Mid-SizeFloatplane airline and maintenance provider operating from Renton, WA.
View profile →NovaWurks
Mid-SizeDevelops modular satellite platforms and space systems.
View profile →Numerica Corporation
Mid-SizeDevelops advanced sensing and defense technologies.
View profile →Nvidia
LargeDevelops GPU and AI computing platforms, including radiation-hardened modules for satellite and orbital data center applications.
View profile →Odyssey Space Research
Mid-SizeOffers specialized engineering research and analysis services for spacecraft software and complex systems.
View profile →Ondas Holdings
Mid-SizeDevelops counter-drone and secure wireless communication systems.
View profile →Orbital Insight
Mid-SizeProvides geospatial analytics using satellite imagery and AI.
View profile →Orbital Sidekick
Mid-SizeDevelops hyperspectral satellite constellations for infrastructure monitoring.
View profile →Orion Industries
Mid-SizePrecision aerospace manufacturing
View profile →Orion Space Solutions
LargeAerospace service provider of mission design, small/cubesat spacecraft, sensor design, and data analytics.
View profile →Overwatch Imaging
Mid-SizeDesigns precision imaging sensors and AI-driven software for persistent airborne surveillance.
View profile →Parker Aerospace
LargeDevelops flight control systems and aerospace components for aircraft.
View profile →Parker Lord
LargeDevelops advanced materials and engineered solutions for aerospace platforms.
View profile →Parsons
LargeProvides advanced defense, intelligence, and mission support technologies.
View profile →Peraton
LargeProvides advanced defense, intelligence, and mission technologies.
View profile →Performance Drone Works
Mid-SizeDesigns and manufactures tactical unmanned aerial systems for military and government intelligence.
View profile →Phantom Space
StartupDevelops small launch vehicles and satellite deployment services.
View profile →Phase Four
StartupDevelops electric propulsion systems for small satellites and spacecraft.
View profile →Piper Aircraft
LargeHistoric manufacturer of general aviation aircraft for personal and training use.
View profile →Planet Labs
LargeOperates large earth observation satellite constellations providing global imagery and analytics.
View profile →Pratt & Whitney
LargeDevelops and manufactures aircraft propulsion systems and engines.
View profile →Pumpkin Space Systems
Mid-SizeDevelops small satellite platforms and spacecraft subsystems.
View profile →Radiance Tech
LargeDevelops mission systems, sensing technologies, and defense solutions.
View profile →Raisbeck Engineering
Mid-SizeAircraft aerodynamic enhancements
View profile →RBC Signals
Mid-SizeProvides satellite ground station services and communications infrastructure.
View profile →Rebellion Defense
Mid-SizeDevelops AI-powered mission software for defense and aerospace applications.
View profile →Red Cat Holdings
Mid-SizeDevelops unmanned aerial systems and drone technologies.
View profile →Redwire
Mid-SizeDevelops spacecraft components, satellite platforms, and in-space manufacturing technologies.
View profile →Relativity Space
Mid-SizeDevelops reusable launch vehicles using additive manufacturing technologies.
View profile →Reliable Robotics
Mid-SizeDevelops autonomous flight control systems for aircraft.
View profile →Ricondo & Associates
Mid-SizeAirport planning and consulting firm providing master planning, environmental, and financial advisory services.
View profile →Rocket Lab
LargeDevelops launch vehicles and space systems for satellite deployment and orbital access.
Rocket Lab Internship Program View profile →Rogue Space Systems
Mid-SizeDevelops spacecraft for orbital servicing and space domain awareness missions.
View profile →RTX (Raytheon)
PrimeDevelops missile systems, sensing technologies, and advanced defense platforms.
RTX Internship & Co-op Program View profile →SAIC
LargeDevelops mission software, engineering, and defense technology solutions.
View profile →Saildrone
StartupProviding high-resolution ocean data via autonomous wind-powered surface vehicles.
View profile →Satcom Direct
LargeProvides satellite communication services and technologies.
View profile →Sceye
Mid-SizeManufactures stratospheric airships for persistent monitoring, communication, and environmental sensing.
View profile →Scion Aviation
Mid-SizeComposite structures
View profile →SciTec
LargeSatellite sensor exploitation analytics for nationaly security.
View profile →Scout Space
StartupDevelops space domain awareness technologies and sensing systems.
View profile →Sekisui Aerospace
Mid-SizeComposite structures and assemblies manufacturer for commercial and defense aircraft programs, based in Renton, WA.
View profile →SES
LargeGlobal satellite communications operator providing broadband and video services from GEO and MEO constellations.
View profile →SETI Institute
Mid-SizeResearch organization focused on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and cosmic life.
View profile →Shield AI
LargeDevelops autonomous systems and AI software for defense platforms.
View profile →Sidus Space
Mid-SizeDevelops satellite platforms and mission solutions.
View profile →Sierra Nevada (SNC)
LargeDevelops spacecraft systems, satellites, and mission technologies.
View profile →Sierra Space
Mid-SizeDevelops spacecraft platforms and space mission systems.
View profile →Skills Inc.
Mid-SizeAerospace manufacturing workforce
View profile →Skydio
LargeDevelops autonomous drone platforms and aerial systems.
View profile →Skydweller Aero
Mid-SizeDevelops unmanned solar-powered aircraft platforms.
View profile →Skyryse
StartupDeveloping universal flight automation systems to make general aviation safer and more accessible.
View profile →Slingshot Aerospace
Mid-SizeDevelops space situational awareness and analytics platforms.
View profile →Space ISAC
Mid-SizeSpace cybersecurity consortium
View profile →Space Micro
Mid-SizeDevelops spacecraft electronics and satellite subsystems.
View profile →Spaceflight Industries
Mid-SizeRideshare launch services provider arranging shared access to orbit for small satellites.
View profile →SpaceKnow
Mid-SizeDevelops geospatial analytics platforms using satellite data.
View profile →SpaceX
PrimeDevelops reusable launch vehicles and space transportation systems for orbital missions.
SpaceX Internship Program View profile →SpinLaunch
Mid-SizeDevelops alternative launch systems using kinetic launch technology.
View profile →Spire Global
Mid-SizeDevelops and operates satellite constellations providing earth observation and data analytics services.
View profile →Spirit AeroSystems
LargeDevelops aerospace structures and advanced aerostructure manufacturing technologies.
View profile →Starfish Space
StartupDevelops spacecraft for in-orbit servicing and satellite life extension missions.
View profile →Stavatti Aerospace Ltd
Mid-SizeDesigns and develops military fighter and trainer aircraft for international defense markets.
View profile →Stoke Space
StartupDevelops fully reusable launch vehicles for orbital missions.
View profile →Supernal
LargeDevelops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft platforms.
View profile →Swarm Technologies
Mid-SizeDevelops and operates satellite constellations for communications services.
View profile →Teal Drones
Mid-SizeDevelops unmanned aerial systems for defense and intelligence missions.
View profile →Teledyne FLIR
LargeDevelops sensing, surveillance, and mission systems for defense and aerospace applications.
View profile →Tendeg
Mid-SizeDeployable space antennas
View profile →Terrafugia
Mid-SizeDevelops roadable aircraft and advanced air mobility vehicles.
View profile →Terran Orbital
LargeDevelops satellite platforms and spacecraft systems.
View profile →Tethers Unlimited
Mid-SizeSpace technology R&D company developing tethers, debris removal systems, and in-space manufacturing technologies.
View profile →Textron Aviation
PrimeDevelops and manufactures aircraft platforms and aviation systems.
Textron Aviation Internship Program View profile →The Planetary Society
Mid-SizeThe world's largest non-profit space organization dedicated to planetary exploration and science.
View profile →ThinKom
Mid-SizeLeading provider of phased-array antennas for high-speed satellite connectivity.
View profile →TLG Aerospace
Mid-SizeAerospace engineering services firm providing aerodynamic design, certification support, and technical consulting.
View profile →Tomorrow.io
LargeDevelops weather intelligence platforms using satellite and atmospheric data.
View profile →Toyon Research Corporation
Mid-SizeResearches and develops radio frequency and antenna systems for autonomous aerospace vehicles.
View profile →TransDigm Group
LargeDevelops aircraft components and aerospace systems.
View profile →Triumph Group
LargeDesigns and manufactures a broad portfolio of aerospace structures, systems, and components.
View profile →Turion Space
StartupDevelops space domain awareness spacecraft and mission systems.
View profile →Umbra Space
Mid-SizeOperates radar imaging satellites delivering high-resolution Earth observation data.
View profile →United Launch Alliance
LargeProvides orbital launch services for government and commercial spacecraft missions.
ULA Internship Program View profile →Universal Avionics
Mid-SizeDevelops avionics systems including flight management and cockpit display technologies.
View profile →Universal Hydrogen
Mid-SizeDevelops hydrogen fuel solutions and propulsion systems for sustainable aviation.
View profile →Unmanned Solution
Mid-SizeDevelops unmanned aerial systems and autonomy solutions for defense and security missions.
View profile →Ursa Major
Mid-SizeDevelops propulsion systems for launch vehicles and hypersonic applications.
View profile →Ursa Space Systems
Mid-SizeProvides geospatial intelligence and analytics using satellite data and software platforms.
View profile →Vantor
LargeSpatial intelligence for real-time, autonomous decision-making across Earth and orbit.
View profile →Varda Space Industries
StartupDevelops spacecraft for orbital manufacturing and in-space production of materials.
View profile →Vast Space
StartupDeveloping low-cost, artificial gravity space stations to enable long-term human spaceflight.
View profile →Velo3D
Mid-SizeProvides additive manufacturing systems for high-performance aerospace components.
View profile →Viasat
PrimeProvides global high-speed satellite broadband and secure networking solutions.
Viasat Internship Program View profile →Voyager Technologies
LargeCommercial space infrastructure and mission systems for orbital operations.
View profile →Wind River Systems
LargeGlobal leader in real-time operating systems for mission-critical aerospace applications.
View profile →Wing
LargeAlphabet-owned company developing autonomous drone delivery and traffic management systems.
View profile →Wisk Aero
Mid-SizeDeveloping a self-flying, all-electric vertical take-off and landing air taxi.
View profile →Woodward
LargeDesigns and services energy control solutions for aerospace and industrial equipment.
View profile →Workhorse Group
Mid-SizeElectric delivery vehicle and cargo UAS manufacturer developing autonomous aerial delivery systems.
View profile →World View
Mid-SizeOperates remotely-piloted stratospheric balloons for persistent Earth observation.
View profile →X-Bow Systems
Mid-SizeManufactures solid rocket motors and suborbital launch vehicles for defense and commercial use.
View profile →X-Microwave
Mid-SizeProvides modular RF and microwave components for rapid prototyping of space systems.
View profile →York Space Systems
Mid-SizeManufactures modular satellite platforms and provides integrated mission operations services.
View profile →ZeroAvia
Mid-SizeDeveloping hydrogen-electric propulsion systems for zero-emission commercial aviation.
View profile →Zipline
LargeOperates an autonomous drone delivery network for medical and retail logistics.
View profile →How to Find Aerospace Internships
Start Early
Most aerospace companies open internship applications 6-9 months before the start date. For summer internships, begin your search in August or September of the prior year.
Target Prime Contractors
Large primes like Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman run structured internship programs with thousands of positions annually. These are often the most accessible entry points.
Don't Overlook Startups
Smaller companies offer hands-on experience where interns work directly on production systems. You'll often gain broader exposure to the full engineering stack.
Build Relevant Skills
Companies increasingly value AI/ML experience alongside traditional aerospace skills. Python, MATLAB, and data analysis capabilities set candidates apart in a competitive market.
Security Clearance
Many defense-oriented companies require U.S. citizenship for internship positions. Check requirements early — some roles may require the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Application Timeline
Aug-Sep: Applications open for summer programs. Oct-Dec: Peak application season. Jan-Mar: Interviews and offers. Apr-May: Late-cycle openings and smaller companies still hiring.