In the summer of 2026, EchoStar welcomed 56 interns from 37 colleges and universities across the nation. These ambitious minds are bringing fresh perspectives to the company’s teams, engaging in an immersive internship program designed to accelerate professional growth and foster innovation.
The program offers high-impact, real-world projects that challenge interns while providing the necessary mentorship to excel at EchoStar and in their future careers. This hands-on experience allows interns to apply technical concepts in a real-world setting, equipping them with the skillsets needed to succeed in the workforce.
Real-World Projects and AI Upskilling
EchoStar interns are deeply involved in projects that drive real growth. They are developing predictive models to analyze customer sentiment, automating device testing protocols, and improving Additionally, interns are deploying and troubleshooting networks, performance testing, and developing secure, long-range communication systems for drone fleets.
Projects extend beyond technical domains. Interns are shaping marketing initiatives and analyzing customer retention, directly enhancing consumer experiences and business operations. Through hands-on experience with modern development tools and advanced wireless technology, interns leverage cross-functional collaboration to solve complex, real-world business challenges.
Aligned with EchoStar’s aspiration to become a digital-first company, the program prioritizes AI-fluency upskilling. Interns have access to a variety of AI-powered tools and methodologies that accelerate their career growth. All team members are trained to use AI safely and ethically, ensuring sensitive data is protected.
Direct Management Mentorship and Value Integration
From day one, interns own impactful projects, giving them room to build technical confidence and grow outside of their comfort zone. They receive direct access to senior leaders, offering invaluable mentorship, career advice, and insight into the company’s strategic vision.
EchoStar’s values—CuriosityPrideAdventure and Winning—guide business decisions and daily operations. During orientation, interns participated in a pitch challenge to champion their favorite value. This energy carried into a session with CEO Charlie Ergen, where interns referenced their pitches to ask about his perspective on the most important value.
Interns view curiosity as a driver to ask questions, explore new technologies, challenge existing processes, and engage with stakeholders to solve problems. They deliver their personal best and hold their peers to the same standard, creating a culture of excellence. The experience is seen as a thrilling adventure, inspiring them to excel in their individual roles. Championed by a powerful work ethic, interns achieve their goals and bring their utmost effort to every task, positioning the company for success.
Guiding Future Leaders
For more than 30 years, EchoStar’s internship program has shaped interns into future leaders and innovators. The company invests heavily in the growth of its interns through tailored development, cutting-edge projects, and performance coaching. These opportunities equip early-career professionals to upskill, network, and engage with leaders effectively, an experience that few entry-level roles offer.
EchoStar is a place where questions are celebrated, and a culture of curiosity, pride, adventure, and winning is encouraged. Team members care for one another, ensuring everyone feels supported and empowered to drive innovation.
