What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Mechanical Engineering, Space Systems, Thermal Systems, satellite communication.

What seniority level is this role?

CesiumAstro targets intern candidates for this position.

Summer 2027 - Mechanical Engineering Internship at CesiumAstro

Joblaze summary

The Summer 2027 Mechanical Engineering Intern at CesiumAstro will engage in the design and construction of space structures and thermal systems for satellite communication. Key skills include proficiency in mechanical design, experience with lightweight materials, and a solid understanding of thermal management principles. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates with a background in mechanical engineering who are eager to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment. Interns will also have opportunities to present their work to both peers and leadership, enhancing their communication skills.

Joblaze insights

Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 17, 2026. Last confirmed on CesiumAstro's careers page September 19, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 1 other location at CesiumAstro: Austin, TX.
Mechanical Engineering appears in 3.4% of 443 comparable intern other roles in United States; Space Systems appears in 0.5% of 443 comparable intern other roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Mechanical Engineering, Space Systems, Thermal Systems, satellite communication.
What seniority level is this role?: CesiumAstro targets intern candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Internship for this Summer 2027 - Mechanical Engineering Internship role at CesiumAstro.

From the original posting

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. The CesiumAstro mechanical team is looking for Summer 2027 interns to design and build space structures and thermal systems for satellite communication systems. Mechanical systems interns will work closely with CesiumAstro engineers on product development, design, test, and manufacturing of structures and thermal systems for space communication systems. Areas of focus will include design of conduction-cooled packaging, deployable structures and mechanisms, and lightweight composite space structures. Assignments will be determined by a mix of project availability and the interests of the successful candidates. CesiumAstro interns regularly present their work to peers, mentors, and CesiumAstro executive leadership throughout the course of the summer. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. To apply, please include a cover letter describing your interest in mechanical systems and either space systems or communication systems.

Summer 2027 - Mechanical Engineering Internship

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