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Material and Process Engineering Internship Summer 2027

United Launch Alliance logoUnited Launch Alliance$23.10–$37.95/hrCentennial, CO, United StatesAdded 1w ago
  • No experience required
  • ITAR / US person
  • Driver's license

How this pay compares

This posting states $48k–$78.9k a year. Open materials engineer jobs in Colorado post a median of $149k a year, the middle half $128k–$178k, across 8 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

​Requisition ID:2142 Standard Weekly Hours:40.00 Location: ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral, ULA - Decatur, ULA - Pueblo At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 150 consecutive missions doesn’t just happen.

It’s credit to the commitment of our 2,500 team members and the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA intern, you’ll gain real-world work experience and exposure to life at the nation’s premier space launch company. Together, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world.

Our team is excited to meet you! ## Job Overview & Responsibilities As a Material and Process Engineering Intern at United Launch Alliance, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and gain hands-on experience with launch vehicle parts, materials, and processes.

Responsibilities for this role may include, but are not limited to: - Supporting materials selection, characterization, and qualification of metallic, polymer, composite, and additively manufactured components - Assisting in developing, reviewing, and improving material, process, and manufacturing specifications - Support mechanical, metallurgical, chemical, environment, and/or materials testing as applicable - Analyze test data and prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation - Participate in material failure investigations and root-cause analysis - Support evaluation of material properties, compatibility, degradation, and performance in demanding ground and launch system environments - Assist with manufacturing process development, troubleshooting, and process improvement - Work with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and technicians to resolve material and process issues - Research industry standards, specifications, material properties, and technical literature - Help develop and maintain engineering documentation, specifications, databases, and material and process requirements - Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, laboratory activities, and hardware reviews Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns! ## Required Education - At minimum completed Junior year of college or university by the time of the summer internship assignment. - High School/GED ## Basic Qualifications - Must have a minimum college GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale at the time of application; cumulative, no rounding.

NOTE: An unofficial transcript is required if you are invited for an interview. We recommend you upload it to your profile when you apply. - Must have a valid driver’s license and motorized vehicle transportation if assigned an internship in Alabama; California; Florida; or Pueblo, Colorado.

For Denver, Colorado and Washington, DC, motorized transportation is recommended. ## Role Specific Qualifications - At minimum, actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university.

Desired degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field. - Must have plans to be enrolled in classes during Fall Semester 2027. - Ability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks during the Summer of 2027. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to work effectively both independently and part of a multi-disciplinary team - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) - Effective presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills. - Preferred experience with metallurgy, heat treatment, welding, brazing, additive manufacturing, composites, coatings, corrosion, adhesives, or polymeric materials - Preferred experience familiarity with materials characterization and laboratory testing techniques - Preferred experience familiarity with engineering drawings, material specifications, or industry standards - Preferred experience with failure analysis, microscopy, mechanical testing, or other materials characterization techniques - Preferred experience working with aerospace materials such as aluminum, titanium, nick-based superalloys, stainless steels, composites, or high-temperature materials - Must be able to complete an internship at any of the below ULA's locations: Denver, CO - Pueblo, CO - Cape Canaveral, FL - Decatur, AL ## Summary Salary Range CO: $23.10 - $37.95 Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only.

Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay. The application period for the job is estimated to be 90 days from the job posting date.

However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S.

Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information). ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program.

Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish). Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process.

A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.

From United Launch Alliance's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Builds and flies the Atlas V and Vulcan rockets for national security, NASA and commercial customers.

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