Summer 2027 Business Operations Internship/Co-op

xAI|02 Oct 2026

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Listed location: Palo Alto, CA

Work arrangement: onsite. A remote label does not confirm worldwide eligibility or visa sponsorship.

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Job Description

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

SpaceXAI seeks extraordinary students to join us for Summer 2027 business operations roles. As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees who will help you apply your knowledge and grow your skills on projects that have a significant impact. If you’ve demonstrated a commitment to academic success and motivation to apply your knowledge outside of the classroom, you are a great candidate!

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. This includes Grok, the frontier AI model for everything you need, trained on the world's largest supercluster, and developing Starmind, a new constellation of satellites capturing solar energy in space to power low-cost, high-performance AI compute for Earth.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or graduate program
3+ months experience in corporate and business functions (data analysis, finance, human resources, IT, government affairs, legal, advertising, and sales is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

GPA of 3.5 or above
Strong interpersonal skills (examples: leading a student organization or working successfully in teams)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Ability to work cross-functionally with different groups and teams
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in May or June 2027

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Business Operations Intern/Freshman/Sophomore: $24.50 USD per hour 
Business Operations Intern/Junior/Senior: $25 USD per hour
Business Operations Intern/Completed Bachelor's: $25.50 USD per hour   
Business Operations Intern/Completed Master's: $26 USD per hour

Your salary will be determined by academic level. Hourly pay is just one part of our total rewards package at SpaceXAI. You may also be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs, as well as access to our comprehensive medical coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

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