Summer 2027 Internship - Operations
- Pay
- $28 – $40 per hour
- Location
- Kent, WA · On-site
- Job type
- Internship
- Level
- Entry level
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- operational workflow analysis
- cross-functional project execution
- strategic planning
Also useful
- market analysis
- process optimization
Stated benefits & perks
- On-site gym
About the role
At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we're building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we're helping create a truly scalable space industry.
Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we'd love to have you join us.
About the role
We know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team. Stoke is building a world-class team and we are excited to begin offering internship opportunities for the Summer of 2027. As an intern, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to the success of the company. You will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills through high-impact projects. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
Please note: these roles require you to work onsite at our Kent, WA office.
Qualifications
- Pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in business, pre-law, or engineering.
- Ability to manage a complex project and take it through execution
- Ability to learn quickly and apply state of the art techniques to projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Able to work full-time, onsite for a minimum of 10-14 consecutive weeks starting in May 2027
Preferred qualifications for various teams
Business Development
Experience analyzing operational workflows, supporting cross-functional projects, and contributing to strategic planning or market analysis. Strong interest in process optimization and developing scalable business practices.
Legal & Government Affairs
Familiarity with researching aerospace regulations, supporting contract review, and preparing legal documentation. Exposure to contract development, negotiations (observer role), and customer or supplier relationship management is a plus.
Boltline - Sales & Marketing
- We know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team.
- Boltline, created by Stoke Space, is building a world-class team and we are excited to offer internship opportunities for the Spring of 2027.
- As a Growth Intern at Boltline, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to Boltline's Growth Strategies and Scale Optimization.
Experience supporting lead generation through content creation, social media campaigns, SEO, and events. Familiarity with inbound marketing, campaign execution, and tracking metrics (conversion rates & ROI) using tools like HubSpot or Google Analytics is a plus.
Benefits & Opportunities
- 32 hours of paid time off
- On-site gym (Kent, WA location)
- Complimentary snacks & refreshments available on-site
- Company events with Leadership team
- Mentorship from industry-leading engineers
- Direct ownership of real rocket products
Compensation
- Freshman/Sophomore: $28.00/hour
- Junior/Senior: $33.00/hour
- Completed Bachelor's: $35.00/hour
- Completed Master's: $40.00/hour
Your pay will be determined by academic level. You may also be eligible for relocation support.
At Stoke, we offer internships across three terms throughout the year. Please review our application windows below to determine the best timing for your application.
Spring (Jan - April)
- Application window: May - July
Summer (May - Aug)
- Application window: September - November
Fall (Sept - Dec)
- Application window: January - March
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (i.e., current Green Card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.
Separate from this I-9 process, as noted above, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.
Candidate Rights & Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in the interview process, please contact. Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable laws. Please do not include medical or other confidential information in your initial request.
For more information about your rights, please refer to the "Know Your Rights" notice here.
Stoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
For more information on the right to work, please refer to the poster here.
From Stoke Space's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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