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Software Release Specialist Intern

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Viasat

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Carlsbad

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree in a tech field, graduating between Dec 2025 - June 2026, with organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of software development.
  • You will track software release activities, maintain documentation, organize resources, participate in planning meetings, collaborate with teams, analyze metrics, and support release coordination and communication.

Requirements

  • 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

Responsibilities

  • 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

FAQs

What is the role of a Software Release Specialist Intern at Viasat?

The Software Release Specialist Intern will assist in planning, coordinating, and documenting software releases for inflight connectivity systems, supporting real-world projects that connect aircraft globally.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this internship?

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field, with a graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026.

How long is the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 12-13 weeks.

When do the internships start?

There are two cohorts for the internship: Cohort 1 runs from May 20th, 2025 – August 15th, 2025, and Cohort 2 runs from June 17th, 2025 – September 12th, 2025.

What type of work environment can I expect?

Interns will work onsite at a Viasat office location, with a flexible hybrid work environment based on individual roles and teams.

Are housing and relocation assistance provided for interns?

Yes, housing and relocation assistance are available for interns pending eligibility.

What skills are considered beneficial for this internship?

Helpful skills include an interest in software release management, basic familiarity with version control systems (preferably Git), and experience with project management tools like JIRA or Confluence.

What type of projects will I be involved in?

Interns will assist in tracking software release activities, creating release documentation, supporting release coordination tasks, and visualizing post-release metrics.

What is the expected commitment regarding work hours?

Interns are expected to commit to the full duration of the 12-13 week internship program, with limited exceptions possibly granted.

What is the hourly pay range for this internship?

The hourly pay range is $20.91 - $56.97, with higher rates for specific locations like San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area, and New York City metropolitan area.

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Viasat

Telecommunications
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1986
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone, and everything can be connected. For more than 30 years, Viasat innovations have helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments, and militaries around the world communicate — bringing connectivity when, where, and how it’s needed most. Viasat focuses on the connections that matter as we deliver bold results for our customers, partners, and shareholders worldwide. We provide internet to communities and families in places around the world where cable or fiber isn’t available so they can learn, laugh, and live just like everyone else. We deliver secure, resilient connectivity services and solutions to our military and allies that give them the information dominance they need to bring warfighters home safely. We ensure people on-the-go have access to the same quality of internet in the air or at sea as they have at home. And we give businesses of all sizes the freedom to keep their people, places, and things secure and connected — wherever opportunity takes them.