2025 End User Platforms Undergraduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Undergraduate End User Platforms Intern.

The Device Management Engineering team, responsible for the development and sustainment of endpoint security tools that help secure Aerospace’s classified and unclassified enterprise IT environment is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate intern for an internship opportunity to help support both endpoint vulnerability remediation efforts and tool sets used to manage critical enterprise business services.

Work Model:

This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Assist the Vulnerability Management team in identifying potential security risks within the organization
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify potential vulnerabilities in our systems and processes
• Work closely with team members to develop and implement mitigation strategies for identified risks
• Coordinate vulnerability tracking and remediation across all endpoints including Windows, Mac, iOS and Linux 
• Investigate and resolve inconsistencies in reporting and remediations 
• Design automated solutions to remediate endpoint vulnerabilities 
• Develop executive dashboards and reporting 
• Evaluate, rate and perform risk assessments on assets 
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed 
• Training and mentorship will be provided 

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Must work well in a team environment 
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills 
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need 
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations 
• Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with Aerospace Leadership Competency Model - Operates Strategically, Engages with Impact, Leads Change, Fosters Innovation, Deliver Results.

What You Need to be Successful 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Cyber Security or related discipline  
• Junior class standing completed by internship start date 
• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0  
• Proficient at automating using scripting languages
• Good understanding of common networking protocols, encryption standards and the Windows operating system
• Understanding of at least one cybersecurity best practice/framework, such as NIST, MITRE, ATT&CK Framework, and OWASP top 10
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Transcripts required 

How You Can Stand Out 

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

• GPA of 3.5 or higher 
• Active security clearance 
• Experience with common vulnerability scanning tools, and developing procedures, reports and processes
• Experience with managing endpoints using endpoint management tools (MECM/SCCM/Intune/Jamf)
• Experience with assessing and remediating vulnerabilities

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. 

(Min - Max)

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change   
• Engage with Impact   
• Foster Innovation   
• Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.