2027 Project Management Summer Internship

Advanced Space
Westminster, CO
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for students in technical disciplines who apply classroom knowledge to aerospace projects and thrive in collaborative environments.

Best fit for

  • Students with an interest in aerospace systems and project execution who value mentorship and cross-functional collaboration
    — “ideal for students interested in aerospace project execution, program management, technical project planning, risk management”
  • Candidates with foundational knowledge in systems engineering and an ability to identify technical risks through documentation review
    — “can identify obvious technical risks by reviewing project documentation or participating in technical reviews”
  • Individuals eager to work on real-world missions and learn from experienced aerospace professionals
    — “receive mentorship and guidance from experienced technical staff”

Things to consider

  • The internship is likely to require an on-site presence in Westminster, CO, as it is labeled as an onsite role
    — “Advanced Space | 2027 Summer Internship | Onsite”
  • There is no explicit mention of compensation or benefits, which may be a consideration for candidates evaluating the value proposition
    — “Compensation & Benefits Competitive internship compen”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with project management tools like Jira or Microsoft Project in your resume and interview responses
    — “familiarity with project scheduling concepts or project schedule software tools”
  • Emphasize coursework or projects related to aerospace systems, orbital mechanics, or spacecraft design
    — “completed coursework relevant to aerospace systems, systems engineering, spacecraft design, orbital mechanics”
  • Showcase your ability to document and communicate complex technical findings clearly
    — “communicating project information and findings clearly through presentations and documentation”
  • Demonstrate your interest in working on government-funded programs such as SBIR
    — “experience with SBIR or government-funded research and development programs”
  • Demonstrate your capacity to support end-to-end mission development and systems integration
    — “support projects involving Full end-to-end mission development”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • support aerospace project execution initiatives
  • gain hands-on experience with project management practices
Typical background
currently pursuing a degree in Project Management, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or another related technical discipline

Skills & requirements

Required

Project ManagementSchedule DevelopmentCost TrackingRisk ManagementProject PlanningCross-functional Coordination

Preferred

Aerospace Project ExecutionSBIR Projects

Stack & domain

Project ManagementSchedule DevelopmentCost TrackingCommunicationCollaborationAerospace

About the role

Original posting from Advanced Space via Greenhouse

Advanced Space | 2027 Summer Internship | Onsite 

We’re going to the Moon. Think you’ve got what it takes? 

About the Role 

At Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for 2027 Project Management Summer Interns to join our Project Management team and gain hands-on experience supporting the execution of complex aerospace and space-related projects.

As a Project Management Intern, you'll work alongside experienced technical staff who will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship. You'll contribute to projects involving schedule development and maintenance, project cost and budget tracking, technical risk management, project planning, and cross-functional coordination while learning how project management practices support real aerospace missions.

This internship is ideal for students interested in aerospace project execution, program management, technical project planning, risk management, and working at the intersection of engineering and business. You'll have the opportunity to apply your technical and organizational skills while gaining experience supporting projects from early development through execution.

About Advanced Space 

Advanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through innovative software, mission services, and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers. 

Our team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly, collaborate across disciplines, and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space, you'll fit right in. 

What You'll Actually Do 

Support aerospace project execution initiatives.

Work alongside technical staff on summer projects focused on project planning, schedule management, cost tracking, risk management, and project execution.

Gain hands-on experience with project management practices.

Support projects involving:

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) projects focused on developing and maturing new technologies

Full end-to-end mission development

Project schedule development and maintenance

Project budget and cost monitoring

Technical risk identification and tracking

Project management process development and improvement

Cross-functional coordination between technical teams and project stakeholders

Learn aerospace project execution practices.

Gain exposure to:

Project planning and execution

Schedule development and tracking

Cost and budget management

Technical risk management

Requirements definition and tracking

Project documentation and reporting

Project management software and tools

Aerospace systems development and mission execution

Share your work and findings.

Present project results through technical reports, presentations, documentation, and discussions with members of the Project Management team.

 Who Thrives Here 

You are currently pursuing a degree in Project Management, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or another related technical discipline.

You have a foundational understanding of aerospace project formulation and execution.

You have completed coursework relevant to aerospace systems, systems engineering, spacecraft design, orbital mechanics, project management, or a related field.

You can identify obvious technical risks by reviewing project documentation or participating in technical reviews.

You understand the importance of clear and concise requirements definition.

You have familiarity with project scheduling concepts or project schedule software tools.

You enjoy solving complex problems and organizing information to support successful project execution.

You work well in a team environment and are comfortable collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

You have strong written and verbal communication skills.

You are curious, organized, collaborative, and excited to learn from experienced aerospace professionals.

Bonus Points if You Have Experience With

Project management or project scheduling software

Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar project management tools

Aerospace or spacecraft development projects

Systems engineering processes

Risk management or risk tracking

Requirements management

Cost estimation or budget tracking

SBIR or government-funded research and development programs

Mission development or systems integration

Technical writing or project reporting

Previous internship, research, or project experience in aerospace

Success is Measured By 

Successfully contributing to meaningful aerospace project management and mission development efforts.

Applying technical and organizational knowledge to support real-world aerospace projects.

Developing project management skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.

Supporting accurate project schedules, cost tracking, risk management, and project documentation.

Communicating project information and findings clearly through presentations and documentation.

Building a stronger foundation for a future career in aerospace project management, program management, or technical project execution.

Why Join Advanced Space 

Gain hands-on experience supporting real missions to the Moon and beyond.

Work alongside engineers solving some of the most challenging problems in space exploration.

Apply classroom knowledge to real aerospace projects.

Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced technical staff.

Be part of a team that's passionate about delivering innovation to orbit—and beyond.

Compensation & Benefits 

Competitive internship compensation: $20-29/hour

Housing stipend

Mentorship and guidance from technical staff

Opportunities to contribute to research projects directly tied to active space missions

Collaborative work environment at our Westminster, Colorado headquarters

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident/green card holder, or protected individual).

Must be able to work in-person at our Westminster, CO office.

Applications will be evaluated and interviewed on a rolling basis. Final deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 pm MT.

Advanced Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. 

Source: Advanced Space careers (Greenhouse)

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