Internship General App at Apolink Communcations (Palo Alto, CA)
Apolink Communcations· Palo Alto, CA·
Role details
Job description
About Apolink:
Apolink is building the world’s most interoperable satellite relay network in low Earth orbit. Our hybrid communication architecture combines RF and optical inter-satellite links to enable real-time, continuous connectivity for satellite operators across industries.
About The Role:
We hire interns in paid positions year round. Given that this is a small team, you will be very hands on. Depending on your role, you may be doing anything from assembling our satellites in the cleanroom to negotiating contracts with our customers to calculating our constellation spacing. We don't believe in intern projects, you will be working on mission critical tasks alongside seasoned engineers and professionals.
We offer catered meal credits whenever you are working in office.
Additional Information
To conform to the U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Apolink Communications is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Why work at Apolink Communcations
- Culture: “Perfection + Speed → Outperformance in every mission! Zero Egos. Hard Problems Only. Mission Obsessed.” A direct, transparent, high‑ownership environment.
- Work Policy: On‑site in Palo Alto, CA (in‑office). Some roles may be hybrid, but the core engineering team works in‑person.
- Compensation & Equity:
- Flight Software Engineer: $150K–$180K + equity.
- Internship: $30–$60/hr.
- General Application: $120K–$500K + equity (roles vary).
- Notable Perks: Early‑stage equity; opportunity to shape the architecture of a space communications network from the ground up; exposure to RF, optical, and embedded systems.
- Engineering Focus: Building real‑time embedded flight software, vendor drivers, and mission‑critical systems using Python, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, MATLAB, Altium, and Git.