Job Application for 2027 DevOps Summer Internship at Advanced Space

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 a 2027 DevOps Summer Intern to join our DevOps team and gain hands-on experience supporting the cloud infrastructure, development tools, and automation processes that enable mission-focused software development.

As a DevOps Intern, you'll work alongside experienced technical staff who will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship. You'll contribute to projects that support cloud operations, automation, system reliability, and secure software development practices while learning how modern DevOps workflows support real aerospace missions.

This internship is ideal for students interested in cloud computing, infrastructure, automation, cybersecurity, and software development operations. You'll have the opportunity to apply your technical skills while gaining experience with industry-standard tools and technologies used to support engineering teams.

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 DevOps and cloud infrastructure initiatives.

Work alongside technical staff on summer projects focused on improving development workflows, infrastructure reliability, and engineering productivity.

Gain hands-on experience with modern DevOps tools.

Support projects involving:

DevOps support across engineering teams and the company
Automation and scripting using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation
Management and administration of platforms including GitLab, Artifactory, and SonarQube
AWS environment maintenance and patching activities
Cloud infrastructure and operational improvements

Learn cloud and automation practices.

Gain exposure to technologies such as:

AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, and Bedrock
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Containerized workflows and orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
CI/CD pipelines and secure development practices

Share your work and findings.

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

Who Thrives Here

You are currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or another related technical discipline.
You have a foundational understanding of computer programming, operating systems, and software development practices.
You have an interest in cloud computing, infrastructure, automation, cybersecurity, and DevOps.
You have experience with or exposure to Git and version control systems.
You have familiarity with Linux/Unix command-line environments and basic system navigation.
You enjoy solving complex technical problems and exploring new approaches to improving engineering workflows.
You are curious, collaborative, and excited to learn from experienced technical staff.

Bonus Points if You Have Experience With

AWS or other cloud platforms
Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Python, Bash, PowerShell, or other scripting languages
GitLab, Artifactory, SonarQube, or similar development platforms
CI/CD pipelines
Docker or Kubernetes
Cloud security or cybersecurity concepts
Linux system administration
Networking fundamentals
Automation or personal software/infrastructure projects

Success is Measured By

Successfully contributing to meaningful DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and automation projects.
Applying technical knowledge to improve real-world engineering workflows and infrastructure.
Developing technical skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.
Communicating technical findings clearly through presentations and documentation.
Building a stronger foundation for a future career in DevOps, cloud engineering, infrastructure, or software development.

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: $26–$35/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.

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