Summer 2027 Engineering Internship
Star Catcher · Star Catcher provides space-based power grid infrastructure that delivers solar energy to satellites using optical power beaming.
Jacksonville, Florida, United States11-50 employeesPosted 33 days ago
Series A · $65Mraised 6 months agoled by B Capital, Shield Capital, GreatPoint Ventures
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<p><strong>Power the future of Space at Star Catcher</strong></p>
<p>Star Catcher is powering the future of space by building the world’s first orbital energy grid: the Star Catcher Network. Spacecraft connect into the Star Catcher Network and receive conditioned energy via their existing solar arrays, requiring no retrofit to utilize the first true space-based infrastructure. The Star Catcher Network provides power as needed from tens of Watts to tens of thousands of Watts at concentrations from fractions of a Sun of flux to ten Suns of flux. </p>
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<p><strong>Star Catcher Industries, Inc.</strong>, located in <strong>Jacksonville, FL</strong>, has opportunities for our <strong>Summer 2027 Engineering Internship Program</strong> to support the development of space-to-space power beaming spacecraft and the Star Catcher Network, its orbital power grid. This role will support our engineering team in a wide range of exciting projects related to space technologies and space systems. You will work closely with our engineering team, contributing to the development, testing, and optimization of various space-related components and systems. This internship offers an excellent opportunity for you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting, collaborate on interdisciplinary teams, and gain valuable experience in the space industry.</p>
<p><strong>Eligibility Requirements:</strong></p>
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<li>Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or a related field, or a recent graduate.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Passion for space, technology, and innovation.</li>
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<h2><strong>Ideal Experience:</strong></h2>
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<li>Previous internship or hands-on project experience.</li>
<li>Familiarity with spacecraft systems.</li>
<li>Strong communication and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., MATLAB, SolidWorks, Python, CAD, etc.).</li>
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<p><strong>What You’ll Gain:</strong></p>
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<li>A hands-on internship experience with direct exposure to high-level industry professionals.</li>
<li>Experience working on projects that build new technology from the ground up.</li>
<li>Opportunities to contribute to real-world space projects.</li>
<li>A front-row seat to change the way we do space! </li>
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<p><strong>Help us deploy and scale space infrastructure that will drive our utilization of space forward! </strong></p>
<p>Star Catcher is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Star Catcher 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.</p>
<p><strong><em>All offers of employment at Star Catcher are contingent upon results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p>
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