Internships
Not Your Average Internship
AV internships are built for those who want more than experience. No busy-work, no coffee runs—our interns work on real projects with real impact for our customers.
Interns are treated like employees and contribute to work that moves the company forward and shapes the future of defense technology.
Build What Matters
Engineer autonomous systems. Develop mission-critical software. Advance space and cyber capabilities. And test the hardware that makes it real.
Your work isn’t theoretical. The challenges are complex and the impact is meaningful.
Learn from the Best
Work alongside engineers, designers, and operators at the forefront of autonomy, AI, and robotics. Gain hands-on experience across engineering, manufacturing, and development.
AV combines startup agility with more than 50 years of innovation. Solve problems, turn ideas into operational capability, and gain experience that accelerates your career.
Launch your mission. Build the future. Start at AV.
Internship Benefits & Activities
Compensation
Paid internships
• 8–12 weeks of hands-on experience
Projects That Matter
Tackle meaningful, hands-on work tailored to your skills and interests. From day one, you’ll contribute to projects with real impact.
Housing
Housing may be available for select internship roles on a case-by-case basis.
AV SWAG
Get geared up with AV gear and goodies to welcome you to the team.
Connect & Learn
Collaborate with fellow interns, learn directly from leadership, and build relationships that support your long-term growth.
Locations
West Coast
- Simi Valley, CA
- Moorpark, CA
- Petaluma, CA
- San Diego, CA
East Coast
- Arlington, VA
- Centreville, VA
- Dulles, VA
- Herndon, VA
- Germantown, MD
- Annapolis Junction, MD
- Melbourne, FL
- Sunrise, FL
- Pottstown/Pittsburgh, PA
Central U.S.
- Minneapolis, MN
- Huntsville, AL
- Albuquerque, NM
- Dayton, OH
Connect & Learn
Collaborate with fellow interns, learn directly from leadership, and build relationships that support your long-term growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a college or university (sophomore year or above)
- Available to work full-time on a 9/80 schedule during summer months
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) as required under ITAR
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Testimonials
Internship Program Accolades
National Recognition
Nominated for the Top 100 Internship Programs of 2025 by Yello.
Highly Competitive Program
Receives thousands of applications annually, reflecting strong brand recognition and demand among top students nationwide.
Program Growth & Strong Conversion
Continued year-over-year growth with a high acceptance-to-offer conversion rate, supporting our long-term talent pipeline strategy.
Exceptional Intern Experience
100% of surveyed interns reported they would recommend the program to a friend or colleague.
University & Industry Engagement
Active sponsor and participant in leading student and professional organizations, including:
• AIAA
• Design Build/Fly
• Society of Women Engineers
• Campus aerospace and robotics clubs
National Campus Presence
Participate in 15+ university fall career fairs annually to attract diverse, high-performing talent.