Intern - Operations Management & Planning
AST SpaceMobile
AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.
Position Overview
The Operations Management & Planning Intern will support operational planning, infrastructure projects, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This role provides exposure to day-to-day operations management, facility and space planning efforts, and cross-functional projects that enable efficient production and business scaling.
The intern will assist with data analysis, management reporting, process documentation, and project coordination to improve throughput, capacity utilization, and overall operational effectiveness. Assignments will be based on evolving business priorities and may include facility upgrades, new construction support (including the Nirvana buildout), and process optimization initiatives.
This position is ideal for students interested in operations management, business analytics, or industrial/production systems within a fast-paced manufacturing and technology environment.
This is an internship opportunity, and you must be enrolled in the following semester. For recent grads, please apply directly to our full time positions. Please also be available for the following dates: 6/1/2026 to 8/21/2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Support operations and infrastructure projects including facility upgrades, space planning, and new construction initiatives
- Assist with planning and tracking project schedules, milestones, risks, and action items
- Analyze operational metrics such as throughput, cycle time, capacity, and utilization
- Develop summaries, reports, and presentations for operations leadership reviews
- Assist with process mapping, workflow documentation, and improvement initiatives
- Document and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and playbooks
- Track KPIs and help build simple dashboards or recurring reports
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including facilities, supply chain, IT, finance, and engineering
- Provide general project and administrative support to the operations team
Qualifications
Education
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field
- Junior year standing preferred
Experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic analysis)
- Experience organizing and analyzing structured data
- Interest in operations, project management, or process improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with dashboards or visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
- Coursework or projects in operations analytics, project management, or supply chain
- Familiarity with scheduling tools or task tracking systems
- Experience supporting cross-functional or team-based projects
Soft Skills
- Analytical and data-driven mindset
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Clear communication and presentation abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving
Technology Stack
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools (preferred)
- Project tracking tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar – exposure preferred)
Physical Requirements
- Primarily desk-based work with extended computer use
- Occasional walking of production or facility areas to support operational assessments
- Ability to work on-site as required for project coordination
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
