Summer 2026 Infrastructure Engineering Intern at AV

Worker Type

Supplemental

Job Description

Summary

The Digital Business Technology Infrastructure (DBT) Intern has the opportunity to work with and be mentored by technology specialists in conducting network and server operational tasks for Information Technology services for the enterprise.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Assist with virtual server and IT networking day to day operations. Conduct inventory review for operational status of devices and services for technical expected states.
• Review Infrastructure monitoring tools and responding and documenting disruptions.
• Validate that Service level agreements (SLA) are in place and enforced for all devices in operations with the enterprise.
• Assists in educating, monitoring, and training personnel in safe work procedures
• Monitor on-prem data center floor. Inspect devices in various racks for any warning or outage related notifications for various devices.
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgment
• Receives detailed instructions on all work under close supervision
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Basic Qualifications (Preferred Skills & Experience)

• Currently enrolled and working on a 4-year degree in a related field (Information Technology, Computer Science.)
• 0 – 1 year of experience in a related field with experience working with technology related systems
• 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
  
  

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Current certification in any of Microsoft, AWS, CompTia, ITIL preferred
• Demonstrates competency in researching and applying DBT compliance regulations to site operations
• Maintain a level of competence in DBT regulatory compliance
• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Able to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, twist, bend (Occasional)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (Occasional)
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time (Frequent)
  
  

Clearance Level

Clearance Level

The Salary Range For This Role Is

$0 - $0

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR

• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
  
  

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required