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That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry.\nOur team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we’d love to have you join us.\nDescription\nWe know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team. Stoke is building a world-class team and we are excited to begin offering internship opportunities for the Summer of 2027. As an intern, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to the success of the company. 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You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.\nInternships are available across the company within engineering teams such as mechanical, test, avionics, and manufacturing.\nPlease note: this role requires you to work onsite either at our Kent, Moses Lake, or Cape Canaveral location.\nQualifications\nPursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or a similar STEM field\nExceptional command of engineering fundamentals\nHands-on engineering experience through internships, personal projects, work, or teams\nAbility to manage a complex technical project and take it through execution\nAbility to learn and apply state of the art techniques to technical projects\nExcellent written and verbal communication\nAble to work full-time, onsite for a minimum of 10-14 consecutive weeks starting in May 2027\nPreferred qualifications for various teams:\nMechanical:\nProject-level experience with mechanical, thermodynamic, or fluid design and analysis. CAD proficiency and working as part of a team a plus\nManufacturing:\nHands on experience building things or working in a machine shop\nAvionics:\nDesigning, testing, and integrating PCBs, test equipment, and/or harnessing\nTest Operations:\nAny hands-on experience building things or performing hazardous ops (pressure testing, cryogenic handling, etc.)\nBenefits\n32 hours of paid time off\nCompany events with Leadership team\nMentorship from industry-leading engineers\nDirect ownership of real rocket products\nCompensation\nFreshman/Sophomore: $28.00/hour\nJunior/Senior: $33.00/hour\nCompleted Bachelor's: $35.00/hour\nCompleted Master's: $40.00/hour\nYour pay will be determined by academic level. You may also be eligible for relocation support.\nAt Stoke, we offer internships across three terms throughout the year. Please review our application windows below to determine the best timing for your application.\nSpring (Jan - April)\nApplication window: May - July\nSummer (May - Aug)\nApplication window: September - November\nFall (Sept - Dec)\nApplication window: January - March\nITAR Requirements\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (i.e., current Green Card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).\nEqual Opportunity \nThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. 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