2026 Summer Internship - Operations

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is seeking an Operations Intern to support the Operations team in streamlining day-to-day activities and improving efficiency in a fast-growing organization. Reporting to the Director, Operations, this role offers hands-on exposure to how daily operations function across a large and growing company.

This internship is well-suited for someone with a hands-on, collaborative attitude who enjoys problem-solving and contributing to continuous improvement.

This is a 12-week Summer internship at our headquarters in Long Beach, CA.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist with monitoring daily operations and help gather data or observations on utilization of various programs with a goal of making them more efficient


• Support inventory management by helping order supplies and tracking usage under the guidance of the Operations team


• Help create, update, and maintain procedures, checklists, and other operational documentation


• Communicate and coordinate with employees and vendors via email, messaging platforms, or in-person as needed


• Perform general administrative tasks to support effective company operations including assisting with special projects focused on improving procedures, policies, and processes

Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualified candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree program from an accredited college or university in business, operations, engineering, or a related field


• Basic proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, etc.)


• Ability to work full-time onsite in Long Beach, CA

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills


• Analytical and detail oriented with a willingness to learn and problem solve


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Proactive, professional, and effective in fast-paced environments


• Demonstrated integrity and ability to handle sensitive or proprietary information


• Interest in operations or aerospace hardware companies

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel between company locations on occasion


• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted

Pay Range: 

• Undergraduate Intern: $35/hr


• Graduate Intern: $40/hr

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY