Spring 2026 Software Engineering Intern

Spring 2026 Software Engineering Intern

Application Deadline : 31 December 2025

Department : Software Engineering

Employment Type : Internship

Location : Hawthorne, California

Reporting To : Denise Brown

Compensation : $30.00 / hour

Description

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity's presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.

As a Software Engineering intern at Astrolab, you will have the unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge software solutions for our FLEX rover, contributing to our ambitious mission to the Moon. This role suits students or recent graduates passionate about space technology, software development, robotics, and vehicles eager to gain hands-on experience in a pioneering space exploration company.

What you'll do :

• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining vehicle, ground, and test software in support of development and operation of Astrolab's FLEX rover
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Software engineers, Mechanical engineers, and Avionics engineers, to ensure seamless integration of software solutions
• Participate in software testing and debugging to ensure reliability and performance in extreme environments
• Contribute to developing tools and scripts for data analysis and mission simulation
• Engage in code reviews and contribute to software documentation
• Stay updated with the latest robotics, software engineering, and space exploration advancements

What you'll bring :

Additional Requirements :

Able to work full time and on-site for a minimum of 12 weeks beginning in January or March 2026

Benefits and Perks