Interns will work with a designated mentor or team to gain a thorough understanding of the career field of interest to include theory and practical application of obtained knowledge. The intern will benefit from mentoring, coaching and side-by-side work with knowledgeable and experienced experts in the field. The objective is real, hands-on work assignments related to intern's major, providing them with skills vitally important in today's business environment. Those interested in employment following an internship will be considered based on current openings, performance during internship, and proximity to graduation.

At SNC's Space Systems Group (SSG) we are not only the creator of the Dream Chaser® spacecraft, but also the designer and manufacturer of rocket engines and components, systems that sustain life in deep space, as well as systems and satellites that improve life here on Earth. The work of our Space Systems team not only supports the U.S. government (including NASA), but also commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about SSG

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Supports assignments that represent general tasks related to the design and analysis of reusable surface insulation for EDL
• Establishes learning objectives with mentor/supervisor
• Supports assignments that represent general tasking in the field of interest
• Occasionally takes on special projects as assigned by the mentor/supervisor
• Establishes fundamental business/technical foundation through practice of internal processes and procedures
• Job shadows at all levels in the field

Must Haves:

• Enrolled in Bachelor's degree or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
• Technical skills complimentary to the field of interest
• Strong skills in Word, Excel and Visio; Access is a plus
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment
• Presentation skills using Powerpoint helpful
• Strong organization skills

Nice to Haves:

• A passion for nerdy things .. like designing a space plane
• Hands on experience building and/or repairing mechanical things
• Strong mathematical background

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America's fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) delivers customer-focused technologies and best-of-breed systems integrations in the aerospace, national security & defense sectors. Applications span navigation/guidance, communications, electronic warfare and threat detection, cybersecurity, infrastructure protection and commercial space.