Contracts Intern (Summer 2027)

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.

Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Legal Intern who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary:

We are mission-driven and setting a new paradigm for business, which means we are rapidly evolving and scaling complex systems to do what humanity has never done before. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Contracts Intern who is eager to learn from and be mentored by experienced contracts professionals, in-house attorneys, and procurement specialists.

This role supports the Legal and Contracts teams in delivering sound guidance to the business across commercial contracts, supplier and vendor agreements, and government contracts. The role requires strong research, writing, organizational, time management, and communication skills, along with a genuine curiosity for how a technical, mission-driven company manages contracts in human spaceflight and commercial space.

The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and redline commercial contracts, including nondisclosure, supplier, vendor, teaming, and services agreements, and support negotiations under supervision
• Maintain the contract management system, tracking executed agreements, key dates, renewals, and obligations
• Prepare contract summaries and abstracts highlighting key terms, deadlines, and deliverables
• Support contract intake by reviewing requests for completeness and routing them to the appropriate team members
• Research contract clauses, government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS), and export control considerations (ITAR/EAR), and prepare memos and briefings for the team
• Prepare contract execution packages, coordinate signatures, and confirm required approvals
• Organize and maintain contract files, templates, and clause libraries
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and engineering to gather information supporting negotiations
• Help improve contracts and legal department processes and manage documentation systems
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Rising Junior or Senior or Advanced Degree (MS/MA or Ph.D) in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission

• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements 

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.