Interning at Acubed

Looking to explore a career in aerospace where you can grow your software and engineering skill sets? Look no further.

At Acubed, you’ll gain real, on-the-job experience with an opportunity to build the future of flight.

We provide a well-structured, meaningful and enjoyable internship experience that introduces industry best practices at the intersection of software and aerospace engineering. Acubed’s internship program exposes students to new skills and knowledge that may not be offered in an academic environment, while also providing a first-hand look at what a promising career looks like in aerospace innovation.

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Who we’re looking for (eligibility criteria)

Motivated, talented engineers straight out of undergraduate/ graduate programs

Preferably, candidates going into their last year of school (e.g. rising seniors in undergraduate programs, or those finishing up a Master’s Degree or PhD) as a full-time employee role is an option following the internship program

Students that are excited to bring cutting-edge research from academic institutions into a real-world setting

Timeline of application process

October to March for upcoming summer

Life as an Acubed intern

Mentorship

We provide interns with many opportunities to take part in building the future of flight. Inventing can be messy — we know that there is much we can do better, and we find tremendous energy in the many opportunities that lie ahead. Because of this, we provide every intern with both a mentor and a manager who will work to enable their success and help facilitate their career growth. These partners will provide guidance on projects, give feedback on key deliverables and work to remove barriers. Some of our most senior leaders started as interns, and we use this program as an important source for discovering talent.

Training

We empower Acubers to take full ownership over their work, which is why we provide a variety of self-service resources to help teams meet their goals and learn from one another. During an internship, you can expect formal classroom training and self-service offerings. These materials help with things like managing experiences, analyzing data, problem solving, writing narrative documents and working backwards from the customer to the end goal. In addition to projects, interns are provided with many opportunities to develop personal and professional networks by taking part in social events, diving into workshops and taking advantage of all that Acubed has to offer.

Stories from our interns

Name: Elijah Jacob

Role at Acubed: Systems Engineer Intern

Project: Wayfinder

Why did you choose to intern at Acubed?

I chose Acubed after conducting thorough research and discovering that it is one of the foremost companies leading the way in disruptive aviation technology on a global scale. The company's innovative projects instantly captivated my interest. Although I don't possess a strict aerospace engineering background, my unwavering passion for aviation drove me to pursue this opportunity. During the application process, I firmly believed that my technical skills in Data Science would be invaluable in contributing to the Systems Engineering role at Acubed.

What are you most excited about in your internship?

What excites me the most in my internship is the opportunity to enhance the validation and verification process to test our ML models. It's an incredibly thrilling job because I have the privilege of building systems to witness the results that are the culmination of the tremendous effort put in by all Wayfinder teams.

What's your favorite thing to do in your free time?

Outside Acubed, I am constantly listening to new music. I spend a lot of time mixing and producing a lot of different styles of house music. Also, I love to work out, play tennis and enjoy nature.

Name: Samantha Au

Role at Acubed: Software Engineer Intern

Project: Wayfinder

Tell us about your experience so far.

Thus far, I’ve truly enjoyed my time here at Acubed. It’s been such a pleasure to work with individuals across the company. Everyone has been incredibly approachable and willing to help.

Why did you choose to intern at Acubed?

I was initially drawn to Acubed because of its work on autonomous flight and its offering of a diverse range of programming opportunities. Since then, I’ve come to greatly appreciate the size of the company as well. This cultivates a flexible work environment where I can take greater responsibility over my project and have a greater impact on Acubed as a whole.

What are you most excited about in your internship?

I’m most excited to see the completion of my project and, particularly, its usefulness in revealing insights on both previous and future flight test data. I’m excited to work with individuals across Wayfinder as I receive feedback on how to best tailor my project to their needs.

What's your favorite thing to do in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, especially by going on hikes and watching sunsets. In addition to spending time with friends and family, some of my favorite hobbies include painting, playing the piano and playing badminton.

Name: Romeo Valentin

Role at Acubed: Systems Engineer Intern

Project: Wayfinder

Tell us about your experience so far.

It's been a pleasure talking to all the engineers working on different aspects of the Wayfinder application.I also appreciate that Acubed is working together with me to find problems to solve that play to my strengths and benefit both me and the company.

Why did you choose to intern at Acubed?

I'm interested in application and certification of machine learning algorithms in safety critical applications.

What are you most excited about in your internship?

I'm most excited about gaining the understanding of where the real problems lie, beyond what is visible in the academic space. It's provided a "reality check" for where industry is at this point.

What's your favorite thing to do in your free time?

I'm the VP of the Stanford Competitive Ballroom team and compete myself. Otherwise, I enjoy cooking, hiking and trying to contribute to open-source scientific software.

Name: Grace Todd

Role at Acubed: Simulation Engineer Intern

Project: Wayfinder

Tell us about your experience so far.

My experience at this internship so far has been incredibly rewarding. The team I am working with has been incredibly supportive, creating an environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance. The projects I have been working on are truly innovative and exciting-- they challenge me to think outside the box and explore creative solutions. I have really appreciated the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills I acquired with my degree in a practical, hands-on way. Overall, this internship has been an invaluable experience that has not only expanded my technical skills but also reinforced my enthusiasm for the field.

Why did you choose to intern at Acubed?

I chose to do an internship with Acubed because of their exceptional reputation for innovation and the simulation team's dedication to pushing the boundaries of computer graphics. From the moment I learned about Wayfinder, I was captivated by their forward-thinking approach! I deeply admire how they continue to find unique and impactful ways of using simulation in the field. Their passion for advancing the aerospace industry is contagious and aligns perfectly with my own aspirations to make a difference in the world with computer graphics.

What are you most excited about in your internship?

What excites me the most is the opportunity to use computer graphics in a meaningful, real-world way. Being able to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute to projects that have a tangible impact is incredibly fulfilling. I am also excited to be collaborating with a team that shares the same enthusiasm for using simulation to drive innovation.

What's your favorite thing to do in your free time?

I like to spend my free time doing arts and crafts projects... anything from drawing, painting, knitting, baking, anything creative to keep me busy!

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