Space Engineering Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Intern applications will be reviewed beginning November 2026

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture.

Across every role—from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams—our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.

This position is located in Hamilton, Sedro Woolley, and Bellingham in Washington State.

Department Summary:

Specific job functions will depend upon the actual department and team in which the intern will be working and the specific project(s) to which the intern is assigned, which may include may involve practical tasks in a production/manufacturing setting. The functions listed below are general in the functions listed below are general in nature and apply to all engineering interns.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Apply their knowledge of basic engineering principles to solve complex technical problems working with a team of engineers
• Manage small projects from preliminary design through detail engineering, manufacturing, assembly and commissioning in production
• Works independently and efficiently with excellent organizational skills and a high level of clerical procedures
• Communicates effectively and appropriately; uses good judgment as to what to communicate to whom as well as the best way to get that accomplished; speaks in a clear and credible manner, selecting the right tone for the situation and audience; listens to others and allows them to make their point.
• Recognizes opportunities and initiates actions to capitalize on them; looks for new and productive ways to make an impact; demonstrates this characteristic when it comes to generating new ideas or processes, seeking out and taking on increasing responsibility or resolving problems as they occur; uses sound judgment about when to take action and when to seek guidance or permission.
• Completes assignments given by the respective assigned mentor
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Being at work on time and maintaining good attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of your job.

Qualifications:

• Previous internship experience preferred
• Preference for candidates at junior or senior standing
• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3) 
• Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university degree engineering program
• Must be able to work well in an integrated, multidisciplinary, collaborative, team environment, including daily interactions with technicians, millwrights, machinists, engineers, and managers
• Must have strong customer service skills and the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work well independently and under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills in the English language

Detailed Wage Information:

Wage range for this role is between $25-$30 an hour plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees may also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided represents Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role The actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors including experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as life and AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays including two floating holidays
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.