The internship involves collaborating with engineering teams, evaluating technical challenges, and utilizing software engineering best practices to document designs and testing.
At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
ispace US located in Englewood, Colorado is looking for highly motivated and talented students to join our team for our 2026Summer Internship program! We have built in a "Flex Week" to allow for school or family commitments during the summer so you don't miss out!
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate technical challenges and develop thorough resolution plans in coordination with engineering stakeholders
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and business teams
- Complete and document design, analysis and/or testing using engineering best practices and procedures
Basic Qualifications
- Must be actively pursuing Bachelor’s or higher degree in engineering or related technical field
- Proficiency in software engineering
- Familiarity with Microsoft products, engineering software, and object oriented programming languages (Git/Gitlab, C++, Python, etc)
- Familiarity with Linux development environment
- Demonstrated experience solving engineering problems outside the classroom (ex: internships, extracurricular projects or teams, lab or research experience)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced design and development environment
- Capable of working both independently and in a team environment
- Strong coordination, organization, teaming and communication abilities
- Familiarity with Agile software engineering practices and processes
- Previous engineering internship experience (aerospace preferred)
- Due to ITAR and Export Control restrictions, you must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. We cannot accommodate visas or sponsorships
Compensation
- Intern roles are non exempt (overtime eligible, as authorized) hourly positions paid at $28/hr
- Housing stipend paid @$300/week
- Must be able to work full-time (paid hourly) for 11 weeks (over a 12 week period) beginning in May 2026
- Must support in-person at our Englewood, CO office for duration of internship
At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. If you’re passionate about our mission and think you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR .here.
ispace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ispace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
All applicants who are offered employment with ispace US will be subject to a background investigation. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation conducted in accordance with Company policies and all applicable laws.
ispace Technologies, US, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.
ispace Technologies, US, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.
Top Skills
C++
Git
Gitlab
Linux
Python
ispace Denver, Colorado, USA Office
3001 N Brighton Blvd, Denver, CO, United States, 80216
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