Fall 2026 Graduate Engineer Internship/Co-op

SpaceX

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On-site
Location
Hawthorne, CA · Bastrop, TX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Irvine, CA · McGregor, TX · Redmond, WA · Starbase, TX · Vandenberg, CA
Salary
$83,200–$83,200 / yr
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Intern
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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Fall 2026 Graduate Engineer Internship/Co-op

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As a Graduate Engineer at SpaceX, you will join one of the company’s diverse engineering teams in roles such as design, manufacturing, and operations across multiple sites. You’ll work on cutting-edge aerospace projects like Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, Starshield, or Starship, tackling real-world challenges with creative solutions. Daily responsibilities include collaborating closely with technicians, engineers, and managers to develop spacecraft systems, launch vehicles, and satellite constellations. The role requires a strong academic background in engineering, physics, or math, along with 6+ months of practical experience. Key skills include proficiency in technical analysis, avionics, manufacturing, materials science, and propulsion engineering, as well as the ability to thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments.

Skills

Python C++ MATLAB SolidWorks AutoCAD ANSYS Mechanical Engineering Principles Finite Element Analysis Launch Vehicle Systems Satellite Communication Systems Spacecraft Design Manufacturing Processes Materials Science Quality Control Standards Integration & Test Procedures Avionics Systems Propulsion Systems Structures Design Supply Chain Management Project Management

What you'll do

  • Design and develop innovative aerospace solutions for real-world challenges.
  • Conduct engineering analysis to support the design, manufacturing, and operations of spacecraft systems.
  • Collaborate on projects related to Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, Starshield, or Starship programs.
  • Implement technical solutions in areas such as avionics, propulsion, materials, and structures.
  • Participate in integration and testing phases to ensure system reliability and performance.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ months of applied engineering experience in internships, labs, or projects.
  • Enrolled in a graduate program with a bachelor’s degree in STEM fields.
  • GPA of 3.5 or above and strong technical skills outside the classroom.
  • Ability to work effectively in an integrated collaborative team environment.
  • Full-time onsite availability for at least 12 consecutive weeks starting August/September 2026.

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