Iridium Aviation Business Analytics and Development Internship - Summer 2026

Iridium Aviation Business Analytics and Development Internship - Summer 2026

Job Locations

US-VA-McLean

Job ID

2025-4771

Category

Other

Worker Category

Intern

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

The Iridium Internship Program is an opportunity for students to be a part of the Iridium teams shaping the future of satellite communications. As an Intern, you'll begin making an impact on real projects from day one! Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Iridium Internship program is a 12-week program that runs from May 18, 2026 through August 7, 2026. During the program, interns will have the opportunity to provide valuable support to an Iridium department on a project or important work assignment. Interns will also be provided an opportunity to engage with senior leadership and fellow interns via regular engagement activities. Interns will participate in an end of internship presentation, where we ask them to develop an innovative idea that addresses opportunities in the company.

What We're Looking For :

The Iridium Aviation Line of Business (LOB) team is seeking a bright intern to assist in Projects related to analytics, planning, strategy, product development and / or design for Aviation customers. As a cross-functional member of the team you will be an integral part of the Aviation Business Team with exposure to Iridium's fastest growing line of business with the widest sets of solutions.

What You'll Do :

Work alongside the Aviation LOB Directors to develop strategy, plans and projects related materials regarding :

Cloud Based Solutions

• Un-crewed Aviation Systems
• Autonomous Platforms
• Aviation Products and Services
• Will learn aspects of marketing and work cross-collaboratively with other teams

Skill You'll Gain :

What You'll Need to Succeed :

Things You Must Bring to the Table :

Work Environment :

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.