Internships
Space Foundation’s Washington Operations Office offers internships three times per year, but will accept applications on a rolling basis:
| SEMESTER | DATES | APPLICATION DEADLINE |
| Fall 2025 | September 1 - December 5, 2025 | August 1, 2025 |
| Spring 2026 | January 1 - May 8, 2026 | November 21, 2025 |
| Summer 2026 | May 18 - August 14, 2026 | March 27, 2026 |
Interns will assist with a variety of legislative and research-based projects. Responsibilities include:
- Attending congressional hearings on behalf of Space Foundation and writing briefs summarizing these meetings
- Providing regular updates on space-related legislation
- Assisting with our biweekly newsletter publications
- Weekly recaps on important space news via newsclips
- Providing logistical support for virtual and in-person events in the DC area
As a Government Relations intern, you’ll be actively involved in various policy and research projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the space sector. You will have access to professional development opportunities, including mentorship from professionals and attendance at networking events in the space sector.
Furthermore, upon satisfactory performance, Space Foundation Government Relations interns are able to waive the cost of one registration for Space Foundation’s annual Space Symposium, the premier space industry event.
Internships will be in-person with the potential for a hybrid schedule. The Washington DC office of Space Foundation offers both full-time and part-time internships. Please note these internships are not compensated.