Spring 2027 Internship - Operations

At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we’d love to have you join us. Description We know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team. Stoke is building a world-class team and we are excited to begin offering internship opportunities for the Spring of 2027. As an intern, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to the success of the company. You will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills through high-impact projects. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. Please note: these roles require you to work onsite at our Kent, WA office. Qualifications Pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in business, pre-law, or engineering. Ability to manage a complex project and take it through execution Ability to learn quickly and apply state of the art techniques to projects Excellent written and verbal communication Able to work full-time, onsite for a minimum of 10-12 consecutive weeks starting in January 2027 Preferred qualifications for various teams: Business Development: Experience analyzing operational workflows, supporting cross-functional projects, and contributing to strategic planning or market analysis. Strong interest in process optimization and developing scalable business practices. Legal & Government Affairs: Familiarity with researching aerospace regulations, supporting contract review, and preparing legal documentation. Exposure to contract development, negotiations (observer role), and customer or supplier relationship management is a plus. Boltline - Growth: We know that at the heart of every great challenge is an extraordinary team. Boltline , created by Stoke Space, is building a world-class team and we are excited to offer internship opportunities for the Spring of 2027. As a Growth Intern at Boltline, you will work on real, open-ended problems that directly contribute to Boltline’s Growth Strategies and Scale Optimization. Experience supporting lead generation through content creation, social media campaigns, SEO, and events. Familiarity with inbound marketing, campaign execution, and tracking metrics (conversion rates & ROI) using tools like HubSpot or Google Analytics is a plus. Finance: The ideal finance intern at Stoke has completed advanced coursework in AIS, Corporate Tax, Financial Accounting, and Cost Accounting. We require proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite, with a specific emphasis on using Excel. Prior experience in Double entry Bookkeeping is a bonus. Benefits & Opportunities: 32 hours of paid time off On-site gym (Kent, WA location) Complimentary snacks & refreshments available on-site Company events with Leadership team Mentorship from industry-leading engineers Direct ownership of real rocket products Compensation Freshman/Sophomore: $28.00/hour Junior/Senior: $33.00/hour Completed Bachelor's: $35.00/hour Completed Master's: $40.00/hour At Stoke, we offer internships across three terms throughout the year. Please review our application windows below to determine the best timing for your application. Spring (Jan - April) Application window: May - July Summer (May - Aug) Application window: September - November Fall (Sept - Dec) Application window: January - March ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export r