About the role#
This Summer 2027 internship provides hands-on experience within the aerospace and defense sector. You will join the Mission Solutions and Technologies team to work on real-world projects. Throughout the term, you will receive mentorship from industry professionals and participate in workshops to build your technical and professional skills.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to technical projects and team objectives.
- Perform hands-on technical work and collect, analyze, and interpret data.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Attend planning meetings to learn about project requirements and timelines.
- Work closely with team members and apply their expertise to your assignments.
- Identify process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Standing as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior with at least 6 months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Strong organization skills, a solid work ethic, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Prior technical internship experience, familiarity with the aerospace industry, and knowledge of tools like CAD, MATLAB, or Microsoft Access are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Hagerstown, Maryland.
- Work Modality: On-site or hybrid.
- Employment Type: Part-time, paid internship.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods, manual dexterity for handling equipment, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. You may work in laboratory or workshop environments and some travel may be required.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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