The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Ursa Major is seeking a part-time Marketing & Communications Intern to support our growing communications team with both internal and external brand initiatives. This is a paid internship (~20 hours per week) designed for a student pursuing a degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field. The role is hybrid, with 1–2 in-person days each week at our Berthoud, Colorado office.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with internal visual communications including signage, merch/swag, slide decks, flyers, and other assets.
- Support design of external advertising and marketing collateral
- Contribute to social media graphics and potential short-form video creation
- Help maintain Ursa Major’s website through content updates and design refinements
- Assist with digital asset management, trade show preparation, and branded swag procurement
- Collaborate closely with the Marketing & Social Media Content Manager and report to the Director of Marketing & Strategic Communications
- Participate in team meetings, bring design ideas to the table, and maintain a forward-thinking, collaborative working style
Required Qualifications:
- Actively pursuing or recently graduated from an undergraduate program related to graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (especially In-design and Illustrator), Microsoft PowerPoint, and Canva.
- Familiarity with following brand guidelines to create internal and external graphics
- Ability to work 20 hours per week in a hybrid format (1–2 days on-site in Berthoud, CO)
- Strong organization, time management, and communication skills
- Willingness to learn and contribute creatively to the team
- A digital portfolio with design samples (academic projects accepted)
Preferred Experience:
- Completion of graphic design or visual communications coursework
- Use of design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint, Canva) in academic projects, student groups, or personal portfolios
- Participation in student organizations, leadership roles, or team-based projects (or comparable work experience is a plus)
- Familiarity with branding, social media platforms, marketing analytics tools, or other content creation tools (CapCut, Adobe Premier) is a plus
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $29.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.
Benefits Include:
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
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Ursa Major Berthoud, Colorado, USA Office
Our one-of-a kind campus co-locates engineering, manufacturing, & testing operations, allowing for unmatched development time and the chance for employees, customers, and investors alike to experience rocket engine testing as a part of the normal work day.
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