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- Must be a rising senior in undergrad or enrolled in graduate studies (at the time of the internship).
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must not be otherwise employed for the duration of the internship
- 18 years or older.
- Must be eligible to work in an ITAR compliant environment
- Aerospace / ME / EE / Computer Science major.
- Software knowledge such as Python, scripting, automation etc.
- Hands on lab work such as soldering, hardware debugs, and operating electronic equipment.
- Understanding of spacecraft design and system interfaces.
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Aerospace project, course or internship experience
- Currently pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering or a related field.
- Willingness to learn software skills and programming.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Skills Required
- Rising senior undergraduate student or enrolled in graduate studies at the time of the internship
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Must not be otherwise employed during the internship
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be eligible to work in an ITAR-compliant environment
- Major in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science
- Knowledge of Python, scripting, or automation
- Hands-on laboratory experience, including soldering, hardware debugging, and operating electronic equipment
- Understanding of spacecraft design and system interfaces
- Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Aerospace project, course, or internship experience
- Currently pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering or a related field
- Willingness to learn software skills and programming
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
What We Do
We mine asteroids to extract platinum group metals (PGMs) in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than the current terrestrial mining methods. PGMs are critical to advanced manufacturing, clean energy technologies, and sustainable infrastructure, but are rapidly depleting on Earth. Traditional mining for these resources comes at high environmental and financial costs. Extracting these resources from asteroids is more cost-effective and results in zero impact on our planet, contributing to a greener and more profitable Earth. By leveraging advanced technology and innovative engineering, we’re pioneering a pathway to sustainable mining that eliminates the need for extensive land disruption, reduces energy-intensive processes, and significantly lowers carbon emissions.
Why Work With Us
Team members at AstroForge not only contribute to groundbreaking technological advancements but are also empowered to grow personally and professionally. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds and encourage new ideas and experimentation. Here, you’re part of a historic mission to change how the world thinks about our shared future in space.
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