National Security Space Business Development Internship – Summer 2025
Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity’s presence in space.
Redwire Space is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Redwire Space provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
Redwire Space is a leading developer of mission critical solutions and high reliability components for the next generation of critical space infrastructure. Redwire is primed to deliver end-to-end solutions to meet the wide-ranging needs of our customers and significantly advance the future of space. We are a US supplier of space systems & infrastructure. Redwire Space provides innovative space systems solutions for the DoD and IC.
We have current opportunities for National Security Space Business Development Internships located in Chantilly VA Office – 14401 Penrose Place, Chantilly VA 20151,
for summer (May-August) 2025. We’re looking for college students who are working on a degree in one of the following disciplines: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Systems Engineering, Project Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Development or Finance.
We will provide you with an internship that will last approximately 12 weeks (with possibility of an extension) during which you will be performing hands-on meaningful projects aligned with our company goals and objectives. This opportunity will fully immerse you in our technology and culture for an invaluable and rewarding experience. We have a diverse environment and a team of passionate and dedicated people that enjoy sharing their knowledge.
Ideal Experience:
- Our ideal candidates must be currently enrolled in a nationally accredited University or College, pursuing either a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in one of the disciplines noted above. As part of our selection criteria, we will be considering any formal training, lab work, research papers compiled, any prior work in co-ops, internships, and any related work experience
- Must be within commuting distance to Chantilly, VA or willing to relocate for this position
- US citizenship or Permanent resident/Green card holder required (we do not accept visa sponsorship)
Desired Skills:
- The ideal intern must be passionate about the space industry, have a high level of energy, a drive to work in a team/collaborative environment and a desire to excel in all aspects of your work
- We are looking for candidates who have excelled in all aspects of your College or University experience as demonstrated by the results of your coursework, projects, lab work, workshops and other collegiate activities. We are also looking for candidates who are creative, resourceful and driven to succeed
- Some awareness of Space Force, Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community
- Previous internships a plus
Redwire Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire Space 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.
All offers of employment at Redwire Space are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.
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. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here
