Astrolab

Internship Program Manager

12536 Chadron Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250

On-site · Full-time · $110k–$145k (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 27, 2026

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Astrolab is The Lunar Operations Company. We design and build the systems and hardware the lunar economy will come to depend on — rovers, power, and data networks for sustained operations on the Moon. We are focused on the problems that must be solved before the next chapter of human exploration can scale. The Moon does not forgive untested assumptions. The people who work here know that, and they wouldn't have it any other way.

The Internship Program Manager will be developing, implementing, and managing Astrolab's internship program from the ground up. This role partners closely with Recruiting, Engineering, Operations, and business leaders to attract, hire, onboard, and support interns across technical and business functions. This is not your standard college campus recruiting program. The Intern Program Manager will build and operate the best new space internship program in the country! This position will report to the Manager of Technical Recruiting.

What you'll do:

Develop, own, and refine Astrolab's internship program from inception through program completion
Partner with hiring managers to identify internship needs and coordinate recruiting activities
Build and maintain relationships with student organizations and other early career talent sources
Coordinate intern recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and offboarding activities
Plan and facilitate intern orientation, training, networking events, and final presentations
Track program metrics and recommend improvements to recruiting strategies and the overall intern experience
Maintain internship documentation and ensure OFCCP compliance with company policies and applicable employment regulations
Collaborate with Recruiting, People Operations, and business leaders to support a positive and consistent intern experience

What you'll bring:

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of experience running internship programs, university recruiting, talent acquisition, program management, or related experience
Experience building or scaling internship or early career programs
Experience partnering with universities, student organizations, and faculty to build talent pipelines (preferably technical organizations and events such as robotics competitions!)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience supporting engineering, aerospace, or other technical organizations
Experience managing intern conversion programs and measuring hiring outcomes
Familiarity with OFCCP, EEO, and employment law as it relates to university recruiting
Experience managing intern conversion programs and measuring hiring outcomes

Benefits and Perks

Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
Equity ownership in the company
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible PTO and parental leave
Home office set up reimbursement
Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks

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