Strategy Intern – Space Solutions Sector (Engineering - Summer 2026)

About the Role

The intern will assist in creating the sector strategic plan, assess technical capabilities against future market needs, and analyze the current and future customer base with an emphasis on space‑related government and commercial clients. Additional duties include evaluating required capabilities, helping develop revenue models, conducting market and competitive research, and translating findings into actionable insights and recommendations. The role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders, mentorship from senior engineers or scientists, and delivering a summer‑long project presentation to senior leadership. • Assist sector leadership in developing the Space Solutions strategic plan. • Assess current technical capabilities and identify gaps for future market needs. • Analyze existing customer base and define target future customers in space‑related sectors. • Evaluate desired capabilities required to enable growth. • Contribute to revenue model development with multiple growth scenarios. • Research market trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning in the space domain. • Translate research findings into clear insights, narratives, and recommendations. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather data and validate assumptions. • Deliver a summer‑long project and final presentation to sector and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸strategic planning
• ▸capability assessment
• ▸market research
• ▸revenue modeling
• ▸customer analysis
• ▸project delivery

What You Bring

Parsons is seeking a Strategy Intern for its Space Solutions Sector in Huntsville, AL. The position is intended for a rising senior undergraduate pursuing an engineering degree who is interested in the convergence of engineering, space systems, and strategic planning. The intern will support sector leadership in developing a strategic plan and gain hands‑on experience in capability assessment, market analysis, and long‑term growth planning. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited engineering program (electrical, aerospace, mechanical, etc.) and be a rising senior. Required skills include strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, structured research, effective written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently on‑site in Huntsville for the internship duration. Desired attributes are an interest in space systems or defense, familiarity with strategic planning and revenue modeling, presentation experience, and demonstrated leadership potential. • Currently enrolled as a rising senior in an engineering discipline (e.g., electrical, aerospace, mechanical) at an accredited university. • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for evaluating technical and business information. • Ability to conduct structured research and synthesize actionable insights. • Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of explaining technical concepts clearly. • Self‑motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision on‑site in Huntsville, AL. • Familiarity with strategic planning, market analysis, or business case development. • Basic understanding of financial or revenue modeling concepts. • Experience preparing and delivering presentations to technical or leadership audiences. • Demonstrated leadership potential through academic projects, internships, or extracurricular activities.

Requirements

• ▸rising senior
• ▸engineering
• ▸problem solving
• ▸research
• ▸communication
• ▸leadership

Benefits

The internship offers a salary range of $21.88‑$38.27 per hour and includes benefits such as a 401(k) plan and a focus on employee wellbeing. Parsons is an equal‑opportunity employer and part of the Federal Solutions team delivering critical services to U.S. government customers. Founded in 1944, the company provides innovative solutions across defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets, from Earth to outer space. • Work under mentorship of senior engineers/scientists, gaining exposure to technical and strategic decisions. • Hourly salary range of $21.88 to $38.27. • Access to best‑in‑class benefits, including a 401(k) plan and employee wellbeing initiatives. • Opportunity to work within Parsons’ Federal Solutions team supporting critical government missions.

Work Environment

Onsite