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Ground Software Engineering Internship (Spring or Summer 2027)

Join Apex Space as a Ground Software Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in satellite software development.

Location
Los Angeles
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
intern
Type
internship

Posted by employer 2 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 5 hours ago

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Skills & Technologies

Requirements

Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

The Ground Software Engineering Internship at Apex Space offers students the chance to engage directly with the engineering team, focusing on the design, development, and deployment of software for satellite operations. Interns will utilize skills in software architecture and programming languages like Rust and C/C++, while also gaining exposure to frontend technologies such as Vue or React. This role is ideal for those pursuing a degree in a related field and looking to make a tangible impact in the aerospace industry. Apex, a rapidly growing startup, emphasizes mentorship and professional development, providing a supportive environment for aspiring engineers.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 5, 2026. Last confirmed on Apex Space's careers page November 8, 2026.
  • C++ appears in 6.1% of 1116 comparable intern other roles; Vue appears in 0.1% of 1116 comparable intern other roles.

Quick facts

What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C, C++, React, Rust, Vue.
What seniority level is this role?
Apex Space targets intern candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Internship for this Ground Software Engineering Internship (Spring or Summer 2027) role at Apex Space.

From the original posting

About the Role

We are seeking talented engineers to work closely with the broader engineering team for an exciting internship opportunity. This person is passionate about engineering, ready to take ownership over complex challenges, and a strong desire to learn about all things satellites.

During the 12-week internship program at Apex, you'll gain hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities. You’ll be assigned a project to give you the opportunity to have real impact. Throughout the project you'll have a dedicated mentor to guide you, while participating in learning sessions to elevate your knowledge of aerospace. Plus, you'll connect with peers and industry professionals during our community events, making this a well-rounded experience to launch your career!

Ground Software: Interns will work alongside our engineers as a fully integrated member of the team, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of the software that operates our satellites. Work can include owning a scoped project as well as taking on meaningful tickets across our ground software stack.

Requirements:

  • Graduating in the Fall of 2027 or in the Spring of 2028

  • Currently pursuing a BS or MS degree in related field

  • Strong understanding of software architecture

  • Experience with Rust, C/C++ for backend, Vue or React for frontend is preferred.

    Note: Spring interns should be available to pause or adjust academic commitments (such as taking a semester off or enrolling part-time) for the duration of the program

What We Offer For Full-time Employees:

  • Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

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