Intern

Job Description

About the Company: Skyways

Skyways is a cutting-edge startup dedicated to revolutionizing air transportation through the development of fully autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), often referred to as “flying cars.” The company aims to provide faster, safer, and more efficient ways to move goods and, eventually, people.

Key Highlights of Skyways:

• Pioneering Technology: They are building a new form of air transportation with autonomous UAVs, representing a significant breakthrough in aviation.
• Strong Funding & Partnerships: Skyways is backed by fresh funding from top Silicon Valley investors, including Y Combinator, and has secured a major STRATFI contract from the U.S. Air Force, positioning them as a leader in aviation innovation.
• Rapid Iteration & Real-World Deployment: Unlike competitors, their strategy emphasizes quick development cycles combined with actual deployment, a method they state is already yielding results.
• Early-Stage Success: Despite being an early-stage startup, their vehicles are already in production and actively used by paying commercial customers.
• Location: Based in Austin, TX.
• Mission: To transform how civilization moves through air autonomy.

Detailed Job Description: Internship Program (Opening 2026)

Skyways plans to launch an internship program in 2026, offering students and aspiring professionals the opportunity to contribute to significant projects within the company.

Key Aspects of the Internship Program:

• Timing: The program is slated to begin in 2026.
• Work Environment: Interns will work directly alongside experienced engineers, operators, and builders.
• Meaningful Projects: Interns will be involved in substantial, real-world projects.
• Areas of Work: Potential areas for internship focus include:
• Mechanical Design
• Composites
• Software Development
• Flight Testing
• Operations
• Call to Action for Prospective Interns: Interested candidates are encouraged to express their interest *now• by sending their resume, portfolio, or a short note about their desired work areas. Skyways will keep this information on file and contact applicants when the opportunities officially open.

Who Skyways is Looking For (Ideal Candidate Profile):

Skyways is seeking individuals with specific interests and qualities who are passionate about their mission:

• Engineering Students: Those who aspire to see their designs come to fruition and fly.
• Builders/Makers: Individuals who thrive on hands-on work and can operate autonomously.
• Coders: Those with a strong interest in robotics, autonomy, or flight systems.
• Operators: Individuals keen on learning how to scale a rapidly growing startup.
• Core Trait: Above all, candidates should love tackling hard problems and be driven to help make the future of transportation a reality.

Why Join Skyways (Benefits & Culture):

• Real-World Impact: Interns will work with actual technology and aircraft that are currently flying missions for real customers.
• High Ownership: As part of a small team, every individual has a significant impact on shaping both the product and the company culture.
• Mission-Driven Environment: The company is unified by a strong belief that air autonomy will fundamentally change global movement.
• Hands-on Learning: Projects will involve direct interaction with actual aircraft, moving beyond theoretical “paper studies.”

Application Process:

Interested individuals should apply to learn more and express their interest in the future internship program.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Skyways is an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.