At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry.
Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we’d love to have you join us.
Description
We know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team. Stoke is building a world-class team and we are excited to begin offering internship opportunities for the Fall of 2026. As an intern, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to the success of the company. You will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills through high-impact projects. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
Software internships are available across the company within different teams such as Boltline, Vehicle Software, and Data.
Please note: these roles require you to work onsite at our Kent location.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or a similar STEM field
- Project-level experience with Python, C, or Rust
- Exceptional command of engineering fundamentals
- Hands-on engineering experience through internships, personal projects, work, or teams
- Ability to manage a complex technical project and take it through execution
- Ability to learn and apply state of the art techniques to technical projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Able to work full-time, onsite for a minimum of 10-12 consecutive weeks
Various Teams:
Software (Boltline)
As a Software Engineering Intern on the Boltline by Stoke Space Team, you will be working on our web-based SaaS that helps advanced hardware manufacturing teams design, track, iterate, build and test in a fast and reliable manner. You will contribute to the full software lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment, in a fast-paced and iterative development environment.
Required qualifications:
- Proficient in JavaScript or TypeScript
- Experience in front-end or back-end software development
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in 1 or more of the technologies utilized in our tech stack: TypeScript, React, Next.js, Apollo, Express.js, Node.js, GraphQL, PostgreSQL, AWS
- Affinity for full-stack software development
Vehicle Software
As a Software Engineering Intern on the Vehicle Software Team, you will work on the control software stack that runs across the entire company - bench testers, environmental testers, engine test stands, and flight systems. You will own a chunk of software you take from design to running on the test stand in a fast-paced and iterative development environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Proficient in Rust or other systems languages (C/C++)
- Experience with real-time systems
- Excited by fast-paced, critical software operations
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in embedded devices or autonomous systems
- Experience with OS and kernel level work
Data
As a Software Engineering Intern on the Stoke Space Data Team, you will be working on converting our mountains of real-time and post-launch data into analysis and insights that will help Stoke more effectively design and operate our launch products. You will contribute to the full software lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment, in a fast-paced and iterative development environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Proficient in Rust
- Experience in front-end or back-end software development
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in 1 or more of the technologies utilized in our tech stack: AWS, Time Series Data, Svelte, WebGPU
- Affinity for full-stack software development
Benefits & Opportunities:
- 32 hours of paid time off
- On-site gym (Kent, WA location)
- Complimentary snacks & refreshments available on-site
- Company events with Leadership team
- Mentorship from industry-leading engineers
- Direct ownership of real rocket products
Compensation
- Freshman/Sophomore: $28.00/hour
- Junior/Senior: $33.00/hour
- Completed Bachelor's: $35.00/hour
- Completed Master's: $40.00/hour
Applications will be accepted until March 30, 2026. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they come in, and our slots may get filled before this date.
Fall 2026 Internships
Applications open February 2, 2026 and close March 30, 2026.
Spring 2027 Internships
Applications open April 20, 2026 and close June 15, 2026.
Summer 2027 Internships
Applications open July 6, 2026 and close September 13, 2026.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Equal Opportunity
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.
Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.
E-Verify
Stoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Top Skills
Stoke Space Seattle, Washington, USA Office
Seattle, WA, United States
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