About the role#
Venus Aerospace is a hypersonic transportation company working on technology that was once thought impossible. We are seeking interns to join our Engineering and Systems teams for the summer of 2027. You will work alongside mentors and experienced engineers to apply your academic knowledge to real projects.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with teammates to apply your skills on impactful projects.
- Contribute to areas including propulsion, structures, manufacturing, software, test operations, business strategy, and communications.
- Grow your technical and professional abilities in a collaborative environment.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program with at least one semester of school remaining after the internship.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
- Status as at least a rising junior by the start of the summer program.
- Ability to work full time for at least 11 weeks starting in May or June.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Relevant academic, project, or research experience in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Communications.
- Ability to meet U.S. Government space technology regulations, including ITAR.
- Previous engineering internship or co-op experience and a passion for hypersonic travel are preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas.
- This is a paid internship offering between $26 and $30 per hour based on class standing.
About Venus Aerospace
Venus Aerospace is a private company based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 2020, it focuses on the development of rocket engine technology. The company employs between 51 and 200 people. It recently completed the first test flight of a high-thrust rotating detonation rocket engine.
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