Applications Engineering Internship - Spring 2027
About The Position
The Applications Engineer role focuses on the connectivity of systems, data, and processes that power Varda's operations. Applications Engineers build and maintain integrations between enterprise platforms (ERP, PLM, HRIS), develop data pipelines, and create internal tools that improve operations. The work spans data modeling, workflow automation, light software development, and partnering directly with the teams whose processes the applications support. Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company's success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of the most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We're dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda's success.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in computer science, information systems, data science, engineering, or a related field.
- Applicable experience with SQL, Python, or low-code/ETL tools.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with enterprise systems (ERP, PLM, CRM, HRIS) or data integration tools (Alteryx, dbt, Power BI)
- Comfort working across the full stack of a data problem sourcing, modeling, transforming, and presenting
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to gather requirements from non-technical stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Develop dashboards, reports, and metrics that surface operational data to stakeholders across the company.
- Partner with users in engineering, supply chain, finance, and operations to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Document data sources, workflows, and integrations so they can be maintained and improved.
- Support the rollout, configuration, and troubleshooting of internal applications.
Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $33.00
- Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
- Commuter benefit to support local transportation
- Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
- 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)
- Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
- Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents
- Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
- 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
- Relocation support for new hires, if needed
- Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly
- Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations
- Complimentary EV charging
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
