Thermal Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
- No experience required
How this pay compares
This posting states $49.9k a year. Open mechanical engineer jobs in Colorado post a median of $137k a year, the middle half $113k–$165k, across 105 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
About the job
As a Thermal Engineering Intern at Lunar Outpost, you will gain experience and training in Aerospace Thermal Analysis, familiarity with practical space/lunar environment heat transfer principles, aerospace thermal hardware, and thermal testing.
In addition, interns will use the NASA standard thermal analysis tool, Thermal Desktop, to perform real-world thermal modeling and analysis tasks in support of Lunar Outpost's several flight projects focused on the expanding cis-lunar economy. All interns will work directly alongside full-time engineers on real, engaging, and impactful projects, providing tangible value to Lunar Outpost products.
This internship offers a truly end-to-end experience that promotes collaboration at every stage of autonomous robotic development. Working Conditions / Schedule: This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours may be required based on business needs. ## Qualifications - Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in STEM or a related field - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work methodically in a fast-paced, dynamic environment - Can effectively demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills, while also excelling in collaboration and teamwork in an interdisciplinary environment - Exhibits strong organizational and time management skills under pressure and in stressful situations - Fueled by a passion for space exploration and the boundless possibilities beyond our world Early-June (June 7, 2027) to late August (August 20, 2027).
Start and end dates are flexible with the intern's school schedule. This is an in-person internship; Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Golden, Colorado. Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.
From Lunar Outpost's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Lunar Outpost
Rovers and robotic infrastructure for the Moon.
Pay on its listings: 35.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on Lunar Outpost's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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