Construction Management Internship – Spring 2027

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About Varda

Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses.

From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.  

Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.  

Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL. 

Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.

About This Role

Spring internships will range between the months of January and May. All dates are dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA. To be considered for this internship, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program. 

The Facilities Construction team is responsible for the design and buildout of new Varda facilities, along with tenant improvements and infrastructure upgrades at existing sites. The team’s scope is extensive, dynamic, and fast-paced in nature, and is critical for enabling Varda’s rapidly expanding engineering, pharmaceutical and production capabilities.

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 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. 

Responsibilities

• Own and/or support the full lifecycle of construction projects – including requirements capture, design reviews, permitting, budgeting, bidding, contracts, scheduling, buildout execution, and regulatory inspections
• Maintain an active presence in the field through consistent site visits and inspections, as well as communication with architects, engineers, vendors, consultants, contractors, and inspectors
• Manage tools, documentation, data, processes and systems related to construction projects

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, engineering, or construction management

• Experience with Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, Smartsheet, and/or related applications

• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, architectural, and structural engineering principles
• Ability to manage priorities and multiple projects simultaneously, and take on additional responsibilities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship or co-op experience
• Experience with construction projects in aerospace, manufacturing, and/or pharmaceutical lab environments

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $33.00
• Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
• Commuter benefit to support local transportation

Benefits for Interns

Health & Wellness    

• Paid observed holidays 
• 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options 
• $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses 
• Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents 

Financial    

• $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement 
• Up to $4,000 gross up in relocation support, if eligible 
• Up to $850 commute credit through Lyft or car rental reimbursement, if eligible 

Workplace Experience & Perks 

• 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

ITAR Requirements

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.

“US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).

E-Verify Statement

Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

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Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.