At EchoStar, we don’t view our interns as temporary help, but instead we see them as the future leaders of our organization. Our internship experience is designed to offer high-impact projects, direct executive exposure and a supportive culture, preparing students for long-term success in the dynamic world of telecommunications.
The EchoStar internship program is structured to provide hands-on, real-world and professional experiences, immediately challenging interns while offering the mentorship necessary to excel. As Pavithraa Satchithanantham, a Software Engineering Intern from Arizona State University, emphasized, an EchoStar internship is “designed to challenge you, reward you and prepare you for long-term success as a professional.” This promise of real work, real rewards and real preparation is what sets the EchoStar internship experience apart.
"An internship at EchoStar is like no other. It’s designed to challenge you, reward you and prepare you for long-term success as a professional."
— Pavithraa Satchithanantham, Software Engineering Intern
Our interns make a tangible impact from day one. We believe the best way to learn is by taking ownership of significant projects that directly impact the business.
Technical internships offer candidates a chance to focus on a significant individual project, using the latest technology to deliver new solutions. Candidates can anticipate developing practical skills, gaining in-depth experience and understanding how various projects are critical for the success of the products and services we provide. Our internships encourage growth, presenting an experience that “offers a fantastic learning opportunity and allows interns to easily learn beyond the scope of their roles.”
"Each intern was given a project; my project was to reverse-engineer an embedded system by modernizing the legacy through-hole component design. The experience also allowed me to develop skills in component engineering by sourcing surface-mount alternatives within Hughes's current supply and creating a conceptual BOM (Bill of Materials) prior to manufacturing. I highly recommend others to apply to the Hughes internship experience, as it offers a fantastic learning opportunity and allows interns to easily learn beyond the scope of their roles.”
— James Leathers, ECAD Intern
Fnu Anvika, a Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Intern from the Illinois Institute of Technology, highlighted that having “the chance to work on impactful data science projects that challenged me and helped me grow, while being surrounded by mentors and teammates who cared about my success” was one of his favorite aspects of his internship. At EchoStar, we place interns at the heart of innovation and provide the support they need to learn and grow.
"As my first corporate experience, I had the chance to work on impactful data science projects that challenged me and helped me grow, while being surrounded by mentors and teammates who cared about my success.”
— Fnu Anvika, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Intern
This approach of giving interns high-impact projects is also emphasized by Abby Shea, a Digital Marketing Intern from Gonzaga University. Working with the Sling TV Strategy and Acquisition team, Abby was “entrusted with developing a competitive landscape encyclopedia, a project that was not only implemented by the team but also recognized with a 'Winning Award' for its value.” Her experience underscores the tangible outcomes expected of our interns. The contributions of our interns are recognized and integrated into our operations. We look for students who are ready to make a significant and measurable contribution, rewarding that initiative with professional recognition.
"My summer internship with Sling TV's Strategy and Acquisition team was an incredibly rewarding experience. I was entrusted with developing a competitive landscape encyclopedia, a project that was not only implemented by the team but also recognized with a "Winning Award" for its value. I highly recommend this internship to any student looking to make a tangible impact and develop their skills in digital marketing.”
— Abby Shea, Digital Marketing Intern
The blend of professional growth and personal connection is another key aspect of our internship program. The EchoStar internship experience is intentionally holistic, balancing rigorous professional development with strong personal connection. This ensures interns gain technical expertise while also building crucial networking and soft skills within a supportive community. Christopher Wall, a Wireless Financial Data Analyst Intern from the University of Denver, perfectly summarizes this balance as “a perfect mix of professional growth and personal connection through meaningful projects, executive lunch & learns and hikes in the Rockies.”
"At EchoStar, I never felt like 'just an intern,' but rather a valued part of the team. The program created a perfect mix of professional growth and personal connection through meaningful projects, executive lunch & learns and hikes in the Rockies.”
— Christopher Wall, Wireless Financial Data Analyst Intern
Our interns attend events with our leading executives in conversational environments where they can ask questions and share their insights. These sessions provide interns with direct access to senior leadership, offering invaluable mentorship, career advice, and insight into the company’s strategic vision. Some of these same leaders accompany our interns on the annual 14er hike, where interns have the opportunity to get outdoors together and experience the beauty of Colorado alongside the team members that guide our organization. We also offer intern events for those located outside of Colorado, as Noah Scardina, a Hughes Software Engineer Intern in the greater DC area emphasized, “I enjoyed working with my knowledgeable and supportive team, as well as getting to take part in the intern events.” We foster a community where relationships extend beyond the desk. This camaraderie is crucial for building a strong professional network and understanding the collaborative culture of EchoStar, and these events are networking opportunities that few entry-level roles can offer.
"As a software engineering intern, I was part of requirements gathering, design, coding and testing. I learned a lot about computer networking and HTTP, authentication/authorization, and technologies like Spring Boot. I enjoyed working with my knowledgeable and supportive team, as well as getting to take part in the intern events. I would highly recommend an internship with Hughes!”
— Noah Scardina, Software Engineer Intern
Feeling like a "valued part of the team" is important to our philosophy. We actively integrate interns into daily team functions, giving them a seat at the table where important decisions are made.
Ultimately, the EchoStar Internship Program is designed to be a launchpad. We aim to identify and develop top talent who will return to full-time roles, ready to build long-term careers. The program emphasizes skills development that is directly applicable to the rapidly changing fields of satellite solutions, 5G wireless technology and digital video services. By placing interns on teams dedicated to these cutting-edge projects, we ensure they gain experience that is years ahead of the curve. As Mit Patel, a Systems Engineer Intern puts it, “the experience gave me valuable insight into how technical solutions function in real-world environments.”
"During my internship at Hughes, I gained real-world experience by putting my technical skills into practice on impactful engineering projects. I enjoyed collaborating with fellow interns to plan and solve complex problems, and it was rewarding to see my work deployed and contributing to daily operations. The experience gave me valuable insight into how technical solutions function in real-world environments.”
— Mit Patel, Systems Engineer Intern
EchoStar's commitment to creating a challenging yet highly supported environment where mentors actively invest in an intern's success and where projects earn company-wide recognition makes this an unforgettable experience. For students looking for an internship that promises a chance to make a tangible impact and build a foundation for a successful career, we invite you to join us and launch your career.
