Vehicle Integration & Test Internship -… at Varda Space… · El Segundo

Summary: Varda Space Industries is a company focused on developing commercial space infrastructure. The Vehicle Integration & Test Internship offers students hands-on experience in assembly, integration, and verification of spacecraft and reentry systems, contributing directly to mission success. Responsibilities: - Own or contribute to hardware or software design to support development of Spacecraft or payload - Develop and support system test campaigns - Perform necessary analysis to support development and verification efforts Required Qualifications: - Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program - Hands-on experience in any engineering discipline - Modeling/Assembly CAD experience Preferred Qualifications: - Previous internship or co-op experience - Previous experience on technical project teams (i.e. Rocket club, formula SAE, etc.) - Python Required Skills: Modeling/Assembly CAD, Python Important Skills: Hands-on engineering experience, Technical project experience Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area, Commuter benefit to support local transportation, Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side, Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded), 401(k) matching (interns excluded), Unlimited PTO (interns excluded), Health insurance, including Vision and Dental, Lunch and snacks provided on site every day., Dinners provided twice a week., Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)