Internship

Business Operations Internship/Co-op

Updated on 11/26/2024

SpaceX

SpaceX

10,001+ employees

Designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft

Aerospace
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$21 - $26Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

Cape Canaveral, FL, USA + 4 more

More locations: Brownsville, TX, USA | Redmond, WA, USA | McGregor, TX, USA | West Athens, CA, USA

Internships available at various SpaceX sites in Texas, Florida, California, and Washington.

Category
Project Management
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree program by the start of employment
  • 3+ months experience in corporate and business functions (data analysis, finance, human resources, IT, government affairs, legal, and supply chain management is applicable)
  • Applicant for this intern position must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.
  • GPA of 3.5 or above
  • Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with different groups and teams
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
  • Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
  • Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in January 2025 or March 2025
  • Able to provide own transportation for positions at Brownsville, Cape Canaveral, and McGregor locations
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with your mentor and other employees on projects that have a significant impact.
  • Participate in optional social and professional events to network with other interns and employees.

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft, focusing on making space travel more affordable and accessible. Their main products include the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, which are used for launching satellites and cargo, as well as the Dragon spacecraft for transporting crew and supplies to the International Space Station. A key feature of SpaceX's technology is the development of reusable rockets, which help lower costs compared to traditional space travel methods. Unlike many competitors, SpaceX also operates the Starlink project, a satellite internet service aimed at providing global broadband coverage. The company's goal is to enable human life on other planets and to serve a wide range of clients, including government agencies and private companies, while also generating revenue through merchandise sales.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$10.9B

Headquarters

Hawthorne, California

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

44%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • SpaceX's pioneering technology and ambitious projects, like Mars colonization, offer employees the chance to work on groundbreaking and historic missions.
  • The company's move to Texas could provide new opportunities for growth and development in a business-friendly environment.
  • SpaceX's continuous innovation, such as the development of the Starship vehicle, positions it as a leader in the aerospace industry.

What critics are saying

  • Recent technical failures, such as the Falcon 9 engine issues, could impact SpaceX's reliability and client trust.
  • The relocation to Texas may lead to operational disruptions and potential talent retention challenges.

What makes SpaceX unique

  • SpaceX's development of reusable rockets significantly reduces the cost of space travel, setting it apart from traditional aerospace companies.
  • The Starlink project aims to provide global broadband coverage, creating a new revenue stream and expanding SpaceX's market reach beyond just space launches.
  • SpaceX's ability to serve a diverse range of clients, from government agencies to private enterprises, showcases its versatility and broad market appeal.

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Benefits

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