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AeroVironment

Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Herndon, VA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Internship Responsibilities * Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and ... Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones ...

AeroVironment

Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Germantown, MD · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Internship Responsibilities * Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and ... Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones ...

AV

Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Herndon, VA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Internship Responsibilities * Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and ... Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones ...

AV

Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Herndon, VA

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Internship Responsibilities * Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and ... Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones ...

AeroVironment

Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Arlington, VA · On-site

$19.25 - $25/hr

Internship Responsibilities * Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and ... Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones ...

AeroVironment

Summer 2027 Systems Test Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Position Responsibilities * Assist in the design, development, deployment, troubleshooting, and ... lab environments, or manufacturing environments. * Familiarity with writing bug reports and root ...

AeroVironment

Summer 2027 Systems Test Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$19.25 - $25/hr

Position Responsibilities * Assist in the design, development, deployment, troubleshooting, and ... lab environments, or manufacturing environments. * Familiarity with writing bug reports and root ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer lab assistant in Washington is $22.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $26.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Summer Lab Assistants are temporary staff, often students, who work in laboratories during the summer months to support ongoing research and routine lab operations. Their duties typically include preparing materials, assisting with experiments, collecting and recording data, and maintaining lab equipment. This role offers hands-on experience in a scientific environment, making it valuable for those interested in careers in science or research. Summer Lab Assistants work under the supervision of senior researchers or laboratory managers and must follow safety protocols at all times.

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As a summer lab assistant, you assist a team in conducting research through various experiments. Your responsibilities for this role include recording test results, preparing lab materials, and keeping highly detailed logs. These positions are often internships or entry-level jobs for students that allow you to gain research or laboratory experience and learn new skills as you pursue an advanced degree. This position is particularly helpful to those seeking a career in medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, or biological fields. Regardless of your area of study, the duties of a summer lab assistant are often to help a lab technician prepare or carry out an experiment, prepare a sample for testing, or record findings as they happen.

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Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, scientific organizations

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Summer 2027 GNC / Autonomy Intern

Herndon, VA • On-site

AeroVironment
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for aircraft projects

  • Support system testing, including simulation environments and flight test preparations

  • Help implement and test basic flight control algorithms under supervision

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job Description

Summer Internship Program Our paid Summer Internship Program is designed to provide students with an immersive, hands-on experience within the aerospace and defense industry. Interns work alongside AV team members on meaningful projects involving cutting-edge technology while developing professional relationships, strategic problem-solving skills, and practical experience in a full-time work environment.

This is a 12-week, onsite program intended for highly motivated and passionate students who are currently enrolled in college or are recent graduates. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, with a preference for students at the junior level or above.

Our program has been recognized by Yello and WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for multiple years.

Depending on the team and location, students who are willing to relocate for their internship may be eligible for a relocation and housing reimbursement stipend.

AV offers internship opportunities across various teams and locations throughout the United States. Specific team, location, and program details will be discussed during the interview process.

We are seeking a motivated GNC Engineering Intern to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will support projects related to Guidance, Navigation & Control (GN&C), flight testing, software, and hardware development. This internship offers a hands-on learning opportunity in aerospace systems, providing exposure to flight control systems, testing procedures, and system integration. You will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and gain valuable experience in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Internship Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and development of GN&C systems for current and future aircraft projects

  • Support system testing, including simulation environments (e.g., SIL/HIL) and basic flight test preparations

  • Help implement and test basic flight control algorithms under supervision

  • Participate in subsystem integration and data analysis activities

  • Support engineering documentation and report writing

  • Collaborate with engineering and test teams to troubleshoot and validate technical solutions

  • Learn and apply engineering processes and tools relevant to flight systems

  • Perform other duties or learning assignments as needed

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

  • Completed coursework in one or more of the following areas: GN&C, flight dynamics, control systems, embedded systems, or robotics

  • Strong interest in aircraft systems, GN&C, and aerospace engineering

  • Basic proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, or similar modeling tools is a plus

  • Effective communication skills and a collaborative attitude

  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and willing to travel domestically (up to 10-20%, if needed)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with any of the following: PCB design, embedded programming, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, or flight software development

  • Hands-on project or lab experience involving control systems or autonomous vehicles (e.g., drones, robotics projects)

  • Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to real-world aerospace projects

  • Ability to adapt in a dynamic team-oriented environment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in an office, lab, or test environment

  • May require standing or sitting for extended periods and use of standard office equipment

This internship is designed to provide practical experience and skill development in aerospace engineering, particularly in the GN&C discipline. Interns will leave with a better understanding of how flight systems are developed, tested, and integrated in real-world applications.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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