Application close date:
10/10/2025At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
Business Operations:
The Business Operations team tackles problems of all types - schedule, cost, supply chain, resource planning, and technical/design. Great opportunity to get exposure to wide variety of problems across the BU’s value chain, while directly impacting presentation materials in executive reviews. This project is ideal for students who have experience in forecasting/tracking financial variances and procurement tracking tools.
Responsibilities may include:
Shape our company and program strategic objectives.
Map and understand industry landscape and competitive dynamics.
Gather and synthesize market research to inform strategy decisions.
Develop and deliver content for strategic reviews with leadership.
Build and maintain tools, analyses, and reports to highlight internal metrics and key market information.
Develop business cases to advise on investment decisions.
Assess program economics, model financial outlook, and track key performance indicators.
Collaborate with all departments to ensure alignment on and execution of strategic recommendations.
Partner with business units on inorganic growth opportunities with financial analysis, due diligence, deal structuring, and valuation.
Support long term financial and strategic planning process.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
Strong quantitative skill set and attention to detail.
Strong ability to structure and apply analytical frameworks to solve problems.
Aptitude for teamwork with shown potential for leadership.
Strong written communication and presentation skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Available to work full time for the duration of your 12 week internship while not concurrently enrolled in coursework.
Desired:
Pursuing an advanced degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or other highly analytical field.
Demonstrated leadership in a professional setting to deliver results that have a positive material impact.
Understanding of the private space industry.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
ML Models and Agentic AI capability.
SQL and Visualization Experience.
The compensation range for:
WA applicants is $28 hourly.
We offer housing and relocation support. Interns are responsible for daily transportation to and from their work locations.
Culture Statement
Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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Blue Origin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is offered through a major national carrier with PPO and HDHP options, broad networks, virtual care, and in‑network preventive care fully covered. Feedback suggests the medical, dental, and vision setup is straightforward and comprehensive.
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Retirement Support — A simple 401(k) structure matches a set portion of employee contributions each pay period, making savings predictable. Feedback suggests this match is a consistent pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO accrues to roughly four weeks annually and most federal holidays are observed, with some years including additional floating days. Feedback suggests time‑off breadth is a notable part of the package, even as details can vary by role and year.
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Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes that humanity will need to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue is working on this today by developing partially and fully reusable launch vehicles that are safe, low cost and serve the needs of all civil, commercial and defense customers.
