Software Release Specialist Intern

Viasat
$20.91 - $56.97
relocation assistance
United States, California, Carlsbad
6155 El Camino Real (Show on map)
Mar 25, 2025
About us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. What you'll do As a Software Delivery Intern on Viasat's Segment Delivery team, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning, coordination, and documentation of software releases for our inflight connectivity systems. This exciting internship opportunity, you will have a chance to learn about software delivery processes while contributing to real-world projects that connect aircraft around the globe. Day to day work will include working locally and remotely with a diverse, cross functional team who delivers the inflight connectivity product to airline customers. The day-to-day Assist in tracking and documenting software release activities for inflight connectivity systems Support the creation and maintenance of release documentation, including Release Notes and Change Descriptions Help organize and update the Software Documentation Hub to improve information accessibility Participate in release planning meetings and observe Go/No-Go decision processes Collaborate with product management, development, and quality assurance teams Assist with collecting and visualizing post-release metrics to support continuous improvement Learn about software development lifecycle management in a complex technical environment Support the team with release coordination tasks and stakeholder communications Gain exposure to satellite communications technology and aviation software systems Internship Program Details: You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your 12-13 week internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams. Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility. To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable. What you'll need Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related technical field To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Basic understanding of software development concepts Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment Internship Dates: You must be available for the full duration of the 12-13 week internship program. Note limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars: Cohort 1: May 20th, 2025 - August 15th, 2025 Cohort 2: June 17th, 2025 - September 12th, 2025 What will help you on the job Interest in software release management, DevOps, or technical project management Coursework in software engineering, project management, or technical documentation Basic familiarity with version control systems (Git preferred) Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar project management tools Previous internship or project experience in a technical environment Knowledge of basic SQL concepts Salary range $20.91 - $56.97 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $67.07/ hourly At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits. EEO Statement Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.