Communications & Marketing Intern (Summer 2027)

Position Summary

We are mission-driven, setting a new paradigm for business, and thus rapidly evolving and scaling complex systems to do things humanity has not previously done. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy Communications & Marketing Intern who is eager to learn from and be mentored by experienced communications and marketing professionals. This role supports the development and delivery of content that tells Axiom Space's story to customers, partners, media, employees, and the public.

This role requires strong writing, organizational, time management, and communication skills, along with a genuine curiosity for how a technical, mission-driven company communicates about human spaceflight and commercial space.

This is a temporary, project-based internship supporting an active communications and marketing team. The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support social media strategy by drafting platform-specific content, tracking engagement metrics, and recommending improvements
• Draft supporting materials including one-pagers, fact sheets, presentation text, video scripts, and speaker talking points
• Write, edit, and format employee newsletters, intranet updates, and leadership announcements
• Track news coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity, and pitch content ideas based on trending topics
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• Provide support in telling the Axiom Space story in digital and video formats, including but not limited to produced content, live feed and webcast
• Revise copy, images, and links across the company website, social profiles, and other digital platforms to keep information accurate, current, and on-brand
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and comfort working with cross-functional teams

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)