Job Description

Human Resources Internship - Summer 2026

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 150 consecutive missions doesn't just happen. It's credit to the commitment of our 2,500 team members and the systems and processes we use to pull them together.

As a ULA intern, you'll gain real-world work experience and exposure to life at the nation's premier space launch company. Together, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Human Resources Intern at United Launch Alliance you'll gain hands-on experience and will have the opportunity to:

• Focus on HR Policies and Procedures, learn various HR Systems, and gain experience supporting locations that align with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Support one or more experienced business professionals in performance of assignments and have unique assignments that support key HR initiatives as well as experience the day-to-day workings of the business side of the aerospace industry.

Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns!

Required Education

• At minimum completed Sophomore year of college or university by the time of the summer internship assignment.
• High School/GED

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a minimum college GPA of 2.90 on a 4.00 scale at the time of application: cumulative, no rounding.
• Must have a valid driver's license and motorized vehicle transportation if assigned an internship in Alabama; California; Florida; or Pueblo, Colorado. For Denver, Colorado and Washington, DC, motorized transportation is recommended.

Role Specific Qualifications

• At minimum, actively pursuing a bachelor's degree with a focus in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Management, Business, or relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have plans to be enrolled in classes during Fall Semester 2026.
• Ability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer of 2026.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Effective presentation, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to leverage analytical and quantitative skills while reviewing hard data and/or metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions.
• Must be able to complete an internship at any of the below United Launch Alliance locations:
• Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL
• Decatur, AL
• Denver, CO

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our interns competitive pay and benefits including:

• An opportunity to participate in designing, building, and launching of ULA's sports rockets
• Flexible work environments
• Numerous social and networking opportunities
• For those who qualify, a living stipend may be available

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below.

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.

United Launch Alliance

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Summer internship, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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