Technical Intern I, Mechanical 

Boulder/Broomfield, CO

Job #  614877

This is a temporary, full-time position during Summer 2010.

Who We Are:

Ball Aerospace is a leader in design, development and manufacture of innovative aerospace systems. We produce spacecraft, instruments and sensors, RF and microwave technologies, cryo-systems, data exploitation solutions and a variety of advanced aerospace technologies and products that enable exciting missions.

Ball Aerospace is known for its contributions in support of space and Earth science, exploration, national security and intelligence programs. We were also a pioneer in the development of the commercial remote sensing market, producing imaging systems and spacecraft that helped spawn a new market-driven demand for imagery. Our projects offer some of the most difficult and exciting challenges in aerospace. 

We employ approximately 3,000 talented engineers, scientists, technicians and support staff.  And one of the keys to our success is our people. Our employees take great pride in their contributions to better understanding our planet and protecting the nation.  

Ball is a vertically integrated company with design, manufacturing, and test facilities. Programs in every phase of execution are on-going. You could see hardware move from conceptual design to manufacturing to flight integration and test all at the same facility. At Ball Aerospace we can do it all!

Summer Intern Program:

The Ball Aerospace Internship Program is a ten week summer program that provides candidates with:

• Practical experience on relevant aerospace projects while working with designated mentors
• A competitive salary
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment
• Housing assistance
• Relocation reimbursement
• In-house training
• Group activities  

There are many recreational opportunities along the Colorado Front Range.  Our state is famous for its biking, hiking, rafting, skiing, mountain climbing and beautiful scenery.

Over the course of a summer session, students are encouraged to participate in social and recreational activities, many of which are organized by the college relations department.  Mentors and department co-workers enjoy spending time with students at many of the activities.

What You'll Do as an Intern:

• Work in a team environment assisting mechanical engineers in spacecraft and/or instrument component design, analysis, hardware testing, and/or laboratory research
• Build upon university acquired knowledge to solve mechanical problems
• Tasks may include CAD design of flight hardware or ground support equipment, mechanical developmental testing or mechanical data analysis.

Additional Requirements: 

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated interest in design and analysis through school projects and hobbies
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude
• Proficiency with MS Office tools
• Experience with Solidworks CAD desired

What You'll Need:

• Completion of your sophomore year towards a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• Enrollment in a degree program for the fall 2010 semester

NOTE: You are welcome to apply for more than one type of internship (for example, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering), however, we recommend only applying to one of these levels when submitting your resume:

Intern I = Between Sophomore and Junior year
Intern II = Between Junior and Senior year
Intern III = After Bachelor's, starting or continuing graduate school

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.