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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for startup engineering internship in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Startup Engineering Internship is a temporary position for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience working with engineering teams at startup companies. Interns typically work on real-world projects, contributing to product development, coding, or infrastructure tasks under the guidance of experienced engineers. This role offers exposure to the fast-paced, dynamic environment of startups, allowing interns to learn a wide range of technical and business skills. Interns often have opportunities to make a significant impact due to the smaller team sizes and flexible structures commonly found in startups.

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During a Startup Engineering Internship, you can expect to work on a variety of hands-on projects, often involving rapid prototyping, feature development, or bug fixes. Startups typically have small, agile teams, so interns may collaborate closely with full-time engineers, product managers, and sometimes even the founders. You’ll likely attend daily stand-ups, contribute to code reviews, and be given ownership of specific tasks or modules. This environment fosters learning, adaptability, and offers exposure to the end-to-end product development process, preparing you for fast-paced tech roles in the future.

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

To thrive as a Startup Engineering Intern, you need a solid grasp of programming fundamentals, problem-solving skills, and relevant coursework or experience in software development. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, coding languages such as Python or JavaScript, and agile development tools is typically expected. Initiative, adaptability, and strong communication skills help interns excel in the fast-paced and collaborative startup environment. These abilities enable interns to quickly contribute to projects, adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively within small, dynamic teams.
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Summer 2027 - Test Engineering Internship

Austin, TX • On-site

CesiumAstro
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Spring 2027 – Test Engineer Intern to our team for the summer. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, startup environment and are passionate about leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
 
As a Test Engineer Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in electronics and test theory as well as hands-on lab work. This position will span various aspects of electronics test engineering while supporting the daily operations of our organization. This internship is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in test. 
 
In the space industry, test engineering is a critical technical field that combines deep technical knowledge with extensive hands-on experience. Test engineer interns play a broad role that ranges from working on test plans and procedures to designing test PCBs, along with spending plenty of time in the lab assembling and testing cutting-edge phased array systems and components.
 
CesiumAstro interns regularly present their work to peers, mentors, and executive leadership throughout the course of the summer. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Collaborate with the test engineering team to execute tests in the electronics lab, such as functional testing, digital signal integrity verification, or power converter control loop measurements
  • Work with test architectures and test systems, including equipment selection, test fixtures, data logging methodology, and interfaces.  
  • Assemble complex test setups, working with design engineers and technicians
  • Executing tests at the prototype, qualification, and acceptance stages.  
  • Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production issues by applying engineering principles and problem-solving skills.
  • Collect and analyze data from test processes to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Assist in quality control activities, including inspections, testing, and root cause analysis for non-conforming products.
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in engineering an accredited institution.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess and improve test processes.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, share ideas, and contribute to collective goals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings.
  • High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in process documentation and quality control activities.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as digital oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, and vector signal analyzers.  
  • Programming or scripting experience, such as Python, LabVIEW, SQL, MATLAB, or Embedded C.  
  • Understanding of RF and mixed-signal hardware (e.g. amplifiers, filters, ADCs/DACs, antennas).
All CesiumAstro internships are compensated competitively and located onsite at one of our facilities.
 
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.