Engineering Momentum Internships

Engineering Momentum connects community college students with opportunities for prestigious summer research engineering internships.

These PAID internships offer valuable hands-on experience, a chance to link classroom knowledge to real-world applications, and the opportunity to build a strong professional network for future career endeavors.

Internship locations

  • University of Colorado Boulder

    Work with faculty members at the state's flagship institution doing state of the art research on a stunning campus.

  • University of Colorado Denver

    In the heart of downtown Denver, work alongside renowned faculty doing research in biomedical engineering, computer science, and much more.

  • Lockheed Martin

    Work on projects at a leading global security and aerospace company alongside talented professionals in Littleton, Colorado.

  • National Renewable Energy Lab

    Join researchers in Golden, Colorado who are transforming the way the world uses energy.

  • Interested in hosting an intern?

    Join us in shaping the future of engineering talent and make a lasting impact on students' lives. Contact us at info.em@colorado.edu.

Application Process

Please note that all phases must be completed to be considered for an Engineering Momentum internship.

The application process may include additional steps at specific locations (including, but not limited to, Lockheed Martin and NREL).

  • This form will be used to determine if you are eligible for an Engineering Momentum internship. You will need to submit an unofficial transcript.

    Form opens October 28, 2024

    Form closes November 30, 2024

    Start the application process now!

  • After you have completed the Internship Eligibility Form and determined to be eligible, you will receive an email with 5 interview questions. Please video record yourself answering the questions in a quiet, well-lit room. You may use your personal cellphone or Zoom to record yourself.

    Email your Self-Recorded Video Interview to engineering.momentum@colorado.edu

    For students who move on to Phase 2, video submissions due December 13, 2024.

  • If you have moved on from Phase 2 of the application process, you will be notified by January 17, 2025.

    Note: your resume, cover letter, and updated unofficial transcript will need to be submitted during Phase 5.

  • If you have moved on to Phase 4 of the application process, please prepare your resume and cover letter.

    If you need support, please reach out to your Student Support Specialist (currently only for CCA and CCD students) or a STEM advisor at your college.

  • Once Summer 2025 projects are released, date TBD (generally late February or early March), you will be asked to rank your project preferences. You will also submit your cover letter, resume, and updated unofficial transcript at this time. An email will be sent to you once projects are available.

    Project selections due March 14, 2025

  • Notification of internship project placement with be sent VIA email between March 26 - April 4, 2025.

    During this phase, you may be interviewed by a faculty member or program manager.

  • Internship offers must be accepted by community college students by April 11, 2025.

    Internships begin Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

  • “I am super thankful for this opportunity and think it is a great program to give community college students a chance to get their foot in the door at bigger universities. I would definitely participate in this again if I could, and would recommend it to anyone pursuing degree in engineering. “

    - Summer 2023 Intern

  • "I would love to thank everyone for this process, which has helped lock in my focus on staying in school to better myself and those around me."

    - Summer 2024 Intern


  • "I have learned more in these 10 weeks than in many years of school. Thank you for the opportunity, and I look forward to using the things I learned in the future!"

    - Summer 2024 Intern

  • "I am extremely grateful and appreciative of this mentorship this summer. I learned so much in a multitude of fields and am honored to have been a part of this team."

    - Summer 2024 Intern

  • "This has really set the standard for my future mentoring experiences; it was a great example as to how a mentor should care."

    - Summer 2024 Intern

  • "This program is great! Second summer doing it, and I've really enjoyed every bit of it. From the application process to the orientation, seminars, virtual check-ins, presentations, it's all extremely beneficial and I'd like to thank everyone who makes this possible!"

    - Summer 2024 Intern