Summer 2027 Internship - Software
Stoke Space4 hours ago
Kent, WA, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Work on real, open-ended software engineering projects that directly contribute to Stoke Space’s launch vehicle programs.
- Contribute across software design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
- Build and improve web-based SaaS for advanced hardware manufacturing teams on Boltline.
- Develop control software for bench testers, environmental testers, engine test stands, and flight systems on Vehicle Software.
- Convert real-time and post-launch data into analysis and insights for launch-product design and operations.
- Manage a complex technical project through execution with mentorship and collaboration from experienced engineers.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a similar STEM field.
- Project-level experience with Python, C, or Rust.
- Exceptional command of engineering fundamentals and hands-on engineering experience through internships, personal projects, work, or teams.
- Ability to learn and apply state-of-the-art techniques to technical projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- For Boltline: proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript and experience with front-end or back-end software development.
- For Vehicle Software: proficiency in Rust or another systems language such as C/C++, plus experience with real-time systems.
- For Data: proficiency in Rust and experience with front-end or back-end software development.
- U.S. work authorization or eligibility for required U.S. export-control authorizations under ITAR requirements.
- Successful completion of required reference and background checks and employment eligibility verification.
Benefits
- 32 hours of paid time off.
- On-site gym at the Kent, Washington location.
- Complimentary onsite snacks and refreshments.
- Company events with the leadership team.
- Mentorship from industry-leading engineers.
- Direct ownership of real rocket products.
- Full-time, onsite internship in Kent for a minimum of 10–14 consecutive weeks starting in May 2027.
- Relocation support may be available.
- Summer internship term runs May through August 2027.
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About Stoke Space
We're on a mission - starting with 100% reusable rockets. At Stoke, we hire the best in the industry, grant them extreme ownership of their work, then celebrate their boundary-pushing speed of innovation. Working as part of a small team means you’ll have greater impact. At Stoke, we move fast, work hard, and have fun building the future of space mobility.