Fall 2026 Software Engineering Internship/Co-op

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA · Bastrop, TX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Irvine, CA · McGregor, TX · Redmond, WA · Starbase, TX · Sunnyvale, CA
Employment: Intern
Posted: today

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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 Software Engineering Internship/Co-op

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Join SpaceX as a software engineering intern in Fall 2026, working closely with experienced mentors on impactful projects across various teams such as Application Software, Dragon Software, Falcon Software, Guidance Navigation & Control (GNC), Product Security, Silicon Engineering, Starlink Software, Starshield Software, and Starship Software. You will develop mission-critical software, create system diagrams, and ensure reliable deployment of applications used in real-world scenarios like satellite internet projects and spacecraft control systems. Proficiency in languages such as C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript is essential, along with strong computer architecture knowledge and interpersonal skills. This internship offers hands-on experience in high-impact aerospace projects, fostering growth through collaboration and innovation at SpaceX’s cutting-edge facilities.

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C C++ Python Java JavaScript Git Linux CI/CD Docker Kubernetes AWS PostgreSQL MongoDB REST GraphQL React Node.js Unity ROS OpenGL CUDA

What you'll do

Develop mission-critical software configurations for Dragon Crewed and Cargo vehicles.
Ensure Falcon and Falcon Heavy launch vehicle software is adequately tested before launches.
Troubleshoot flight software issues to maintain safe and reliable vehicle operations.
Design and develop custom semiconductor solutions for various space-related projects.
Build networking technologies to direct data through a dynamic network of satellites and ground stations.
Create secure, reliable, and autonomous systems for in-space mesh networks and communication.

What we're looking for

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate program.
At least 6 months of experience developing and deploying real-world software applications.
Proficient in at least one programming language: C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python.
Strong fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks.
Experience with software documentation, system diagrams, and requirements enumeration.
GPA of 3.5 or above required.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills through leadership or teamwork experience.

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