Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

The Iridium Internship Program is an opportunity for students to be a part of the Iridium teams shaping the future of satellite communications. As an Intern, you’ll begin making an impact on real projects from day one! Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Iridium Internship program is a 12-week program that runs from May 27, 2025 to August 15, 2025. During the program, interns will have the opportunity to provide valuable support to an Iridium department on a project or important work assignment. Interns will also be provided an opportunity to engage with senior leadership and fellow interns via regular engagement activities. Interns will participate in an end of internship presentation, where we ask them to reflect on their summer internships and present a summary of what they have learned and accomplished.

What We’re Looking For:

Iridium seeks a stand-out Software Service Automation Engineer intern. As a Software Service Automation Engineer intern, you will learn large system software development within an integration and test organization, and contribute to the development, testing, and the sustaining engineering of the Iridium mobile products

What You’ll Do:

• Participate and support Agile software development
• Develop software to support service automation
• Define system interfaces, create requirements, draft test plans, capture traceability
• Present designs for formal review and discussion
• Participate in hardware, software, and/or system design reviews
• Perform acceptance reviews of work conducted by other team members and/or vendors
• Review test reports to validate issue closure
• Respectfully work cross functionally within the organization
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Skills You’ll Obtain:

• Real-world experience in chosen field of interest and related topics through multiple hands-on projects
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Working in and contributing to a team environment
• Organization and time management
• Develop an understanding of software development process
• Multi-tasking and prioritization

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelors or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution (Computer Science or Engineering preferred)
• Programming experience in Python
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and professional demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Desire to learn and willingness to be trained

Things You Must Bring to the Table:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelors or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution
• US Citizenship is required
• Must be able to work in-person

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.