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How much do freshman intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for freshman intern in Seattle, WA is $19.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freshman intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freshman Intern, you generally need a foundational understanding of the field you’re interning in, good academic standing, and a willingness to learn. Familiarity with basic productivity tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or industry-specific platforms is often expected. Strong communication, adaptability, and time management skills help interns stand out and integrate well with their teams. These skills and qualities are vital for building professional experience, contributing to projects, and making the most of early career opportunities.

What is a freshman intern?

A Freshman Intern is a college student, typically in their first year, who participates in an internship program to gain early professional experience. These internships are designed to introduce students to workplace environments, help them build foundational skills, and explore potential career paths. Freshman Interns often take on entry-level tasks, assist with projects, and learn from more experienced professionals. These opportunities can be valuable for networking and developing a resume early in one's academic journey.

What is the difference between Freshman Intern vs Summer Intern?

AspectFreshman InternSummer Intern
CredentialsHigh school or college freshman, minimal experienceVaries; often college students, some experience preferred
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, educational focusProject-based, seasonal, professional setting
Employer UsageCompanies offering early exposure programsOrganizations providing seasonal internships for students

Freshman Interns are typically high school or early college students gaining initial work experience, often during the academic year. Summer Interns are usually college students participating in seasonal programs, often with more specific project roles. Both roles serve as entry points into industries, but Summer Internships tend to be more structured and project-focused, while Freshman Internships emphasize learning and exposure.

What types of tasks and projects can a freshman intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Freshman Intern, you'll typically be assigned entry-level tasks that help you learn about the organization and develop foundational skills. Common responsibilities may include supporting team members with research, data entry, organizing documents, assisting with meetings, and participating in training sessions. While you may not lead projects, you'll often have the chance to collaborate with other interns and team members, gaining exposure to different functions within the company. This hands-on experience is designed to help you build confidence and identify areas of interest for future career growth.

What are the most commonly searched types of Freshman jobs in Seattle, WA?

The most popular types of Freshman jobs in Seattle, WA are:

Infographic showing various Freshman Intern job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Internship, 1% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,327 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Summer 2027 Business Operations Internship/Co-op

SpaceX

Redmond, WA • On-site

$26/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SUMMER 2027 BUSINESS OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP/CO-OP

SpaceX seeks extraordinary students to join us for Summer 2027 business operations roles. As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills on projects that have a significant impact. You'll also get to have some fun and network with other interns and employees through optional social and professional events. If you've demonstrated a commitment to academic success and motivation to apply your knowledge outside of the classroom, you are a great candidate!

Internships are available with a variety of teams across the company in Bastrop, TX; Brownsville, TX; Cape Canaveral, FL; Hawthorne (Los Angeles), CA; McGregor (Waco), TX; Redmond (Seattle), WA; and Washington, D.C.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree or graduate degree program
  • 3+ months experience in corporate and business functions (data analysis, finance, human resources, IT, government affairs, legal, and supply chain management is applicable)
  • Applicant for this intern position must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • GPA of 3.5 or above
  • Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with different groups and teams
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
  • Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in May or June 2027
  • Able to provide own transportation for positions at Brownsville, Cape Canaveral, and McGregor locations

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Business Operations Intern/Freshman/Sophomore: $24.50/hour Business Operations Intern/Junior/Senior: $25.00/hour Business Operations Intern/Completed Bachelor's: $25.50/hour Business Operations Intern/Completed Master's: $26.00/hour

Your salary will be determined by academic level. Pay is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs, as well as access to our comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan. Students joining SpaceX through our internship program will receive the opportunity to attend presentations from company leaders, social and networking events, as well as professional and personal development trainings. Interns are also eligible for paid company holidays. SpaceX offers 10 or more paid holidays per year.

TEAM DESCRIPTIONS:

FINANCE: The finance organization owns all aspects of accounting and finance for SpaceX's operations. You will be a key contributor in automating processes, managing projects, and tracking the performance of our manufacturing and supply chain teams.

HUMAN RESOURCES: Supports a diverse employee population with crucial services for the full-employee life-cycle. HR interns could support internal and external customer service, employee onboarding, HRIS administration, implementing local and company-wide programs.

LEGAL: Supports SpaceX's mission in many legal areas, including corporate finance and structure, international trade compliance, intellectual property protection, and government contracts. Legal interns will support legal research and analysis, reporting on specific legal risks and mitigation approaches, and contract preparation and negotiations.

PURCHASING: The SpaceX purchasing team is responsible for ensuring lowest product cost and risk through supplier management, strategic negotiations; spend analysis and continuous process improvement. An intern joining this team would expect to gain first-hand experience analyzing supplier and spend data, communicating with suppliers, purchasing direct and/or indirect goods or services, and support of various projects like creating and implementing new processes.

SPACEPORT OPERATIONS: Supports the various functions necessary to ongoing operations within our own Spaceport community. Spaceport Operations Interns are hospitality-focused problem solvers supporting various operations including food and beverage, housing/accommodations, transportation, facilities and on-site amenities. This is an exciting opportunity for students in majors such as hospitality management or business administration, management to apply their knowledge to a real-world challenge and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

STARLINK BUSINESS OPERATIONS: Develops and is responsible for the acquisition and success of Starlink customers, serving as the main interface between Starlink customers and SpaceX. Interns in this group will drive initiatives to grow the customer base, create processes to better the customer experience, and improve efficiencies to ensure Starlink is meeting its customer demand. There are roles in product management, business analytics, and operations management.

SUPPLY CHAIN BUSINESS OPERATIONS: Improves and develops the business processes that enable SpaceX to design, build, launch and reuse the most advanced rockets in the world. Interns in this group will help innovate and improve efficiencies to ensure that the Supply Chain team is continuously evolving to meet its internal customer demands and to achieve SpaceX's overall mission of sending humans to Mars.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.


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Industry

Aerospace product and parts manufacturing, data services, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and satellite telecommunications

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hawthorne, CA, US