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Viasat

24d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Tempe

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, graduate between Dec 2025-June 2026, be available for a 12-13 week internship, understand digital/RF communication, and be a US citizen.
  • You will manage system requirements, integration, and verification while collaborating with a multi-functional team to meet performance goals and drive innovation in space communication technology.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
  • To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026.
  • You must be available for the full duration of the 12-13 week internship program. Note limited exceptions may be granted.
  • Experience with digital/RF communication theory/design
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong self-drive and confidence to succeed in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Clearance if hired as a full-time employee post-internship
  • US Citizenship required

Responsibilities

  • As a Space Systems Engineering Intern, you will be part of a team that is responsible for a broad range of system engineering activities on space related communication technology and systems.
  • You will be responsible for elements such as system requirements configuration/tracability, system integration, and system verification.
  • You will be empowered to coordinate with a dynamic, multi-functional team with strong personal ownership and vision to meet our performance requirements and drive innovation.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 12-13 weeks.

What are the internship dates?

There are two cohorts for the internship: Cohort 1 runs from May 20th, 2025 – August 15th, 2025, and Cohort 2 runs from June 17th, 2025 – September 12th, 2025.

Is housing and relocation assistance available for interns?

Yes, housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Interns must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

What is the minimum graduation date required to be eligible for this internship?

The final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026.

What skills are desired for this position?

Desired skills include experience with digital/RF communication theory/design, strong communication skills, self-drive in a dynamic environment, and familiarity with satellite communications and signal processing.

Is US Citizenship a requirement for the position?

Yes, US Citizenship is required.

Is it necessary to obtain a security clearance?

Yes, the ability to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Clearance is required if hired as a full-time employee post-internship.

Are there specific programming language skills that would be helpful for this job?

Familiarity with SW automation languages such as Python would be helpful for this role.

What is the hourly salary range for this internship?

The salary range is between $20.91 and $56.97 per hour, with a higher range for specific locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay Area, and New York City.

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Viasat

Telecommunications
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1986
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone, and everything can be connected. For more than 30 years, Viasat innovations have helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments, and militaries around the world communicate — bringing connectivity when, where, and how it’s needed most. Viasat focuses on the connections that matter as we deliver bold results for our customers, partners, and shareholders worldwide. We provide internet to communities and families in places around the world where cable or fiber isn’t available so they can learn, laugh, and live just like everyone else. We deliver secure, resilient connectivity services and solutions to our military and allies that give them the information dominance they need to bring warfighters home safely. We ensure people on-the-go have access to the same quality of internet in the air or at sea as they have at home. And we give businesses of all sizes the freedom to keep their people, places, and things secure and connected — wherever opportunity takes them.