FAQs
What is the location requirement for this internship?
You must work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of the 12-13 week internship.
What is the duration of the internship program?
The internship program lasts for 12-13 weeks.
What are the available internship cohorts?
There are two cohorts available: Cohort 1 runs from May 20th, 2025 to August 15th, 2025, and Cohort 2 runs from June 17th, 2025 to September 12th, 2025.
Is housing and relocation assistance provided for interns?
Yes, housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.
What educational background is required for this internship?
You must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related subject area.
What are the graduation date requirements to qualify for this position?
Your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026.
What technical skills are necessary for this internship?
You need hands-on development experience with Python, familiarity with relational databases and SQL, experience with Tableau and Jupyter Notebooks, and knowledge of AWS Cloud Services like EKS, Redshift, and Kinesis.
Is there an opportunity for prior interns to apply again?
Yes, familiarity with previous Viasat internship experience is seen as beneficial.
What is the hourly salary range for this position?
The hourly salary range is $27.88 - $40.38, with specific locations in San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area, and New York City having a range of $34.86 - $47.36.
What additional skills may help in this internship?
Curiosity for all things data, hands-on experience writing REST interfaces, familiarity with system requirements analysis, and networking and cloud computing concepts will be beneficial.
How does Viasat approach diversity in hiring?
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a welcoming and diverse environment for all qualified applicants.