Render ATL - Leadership Development Internship 2027
Summary
Axon’s Leadership Development Internship is a 10-12 week summer program for undergraduates to work on meaningful projects across teams like Product, Strategy, and Sales while gaining mentorship and leadership training at a high-growth public safety tech company.
Axon's Leadership Development Internship (LDI) is a highly selective summer experience designed for ambitious students who want to solve meaningful problems, work alongside leaders, and gain exposure to one of the world's fastest-growing publicly traded technology companies. Throughout the summer, interns take ownership of complex projects, build cross-functional business experience, and make a lasting impact on Axon's mission.
WHO IS AXON?
Every day, millions of people rely on Axon's technology to make communities safer and more accountable. From AI-powered evidence management and body-worn cameras to drones and virtual reality training, we're building technology that protects lives and helps shape the future of public safety.
- Axon is the industry leader in public safety technology, including body-worn cameras, TASER energy weapons, sensors, drones, virtual reality, and digital evidence management. Our mission is to Protect Life, Preserve Truth and Accelerate Justice through innovations in hardware and software.
- In response to an increase in lethal gun interactions, CEO and Founder, Rick Smith, has devoted his life to making the world a safer place for everyone. In 2022, Axon launched its Moonshot goal to cut gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% in 10 years.
- What does it look like to work at Axon? WATCH this high-speed drone tour of Axon HQ!
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THE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Axon’s Leadership Development Internship is a highly selective, 10-12 week summer internship that places interns in various roles across the company. Designed for those eager to gain meaningful business experience at a high-growth company, Axon’s LDI is ideal for future leaders ready to drive innovation and make an impact.
- 10+ participants with a diverse set of experiences and backgrounds
- Own meaningful work from day one — partnering with leaders to solve complex business challenges, influence decisions, and help shape Axon's future.
- Build experience across key teams and functions, including: Product Management, Corporate Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Global Strategy & Operations, Finance, People Operations, Virtual Reality, Product Development, and more!
- Mentorship from Leadership Development Program alumni, business leaders, and experts across Axon.
- LDI-specific programming—including panels, speaker sessions, mentorship, and networking events—designed to accelerate your professional development and expose you to teams across Axon.
- High-performing interns may be considered for future opportunities, including Axon's Leadership Development Program and full-time roles.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree (Class of 2028 preferred)
- Demonstrated leadership experience — in school, work, athletics, research, entrepreneurship, or the community
- Passion for solving complex problems
- Thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments
- Enthusiasm for Axon's Mission and Core Values
PLEASE NOTE
- Start Date: May/June 2027
- Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Axon Headquarters) or Boston, MA
- Candidate interview process will take place starting in November, so applicants can expect to receive a communications from us during that time.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Build relationships with leaders, mentors, and industry experts
- Explore career paths and build connections across Axon
- Participate in networking and social events
- Leadership and professional development programming designed to accelerate your growth
- Join a close-knit intern cohort
- Casual and fun work environment
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups
The starting hourly pay for this role is USD $30. The actual hourly pay is dependent upon many factors such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit .
Axon’s hourly pay philosophy is made up of base pay and bonus. The actual hourly pay is dependent upon many factors such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit .