Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Boeing; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Boeing in Prestwick, Scotland, is offering a 3-month engineering internship within the Aerospace Innovation Centre. The role supports storage, distribution and structures integration technologies, translating research into practical applications in a highly collaborative environment.

You will gain experience in engineering project work, contribute to milestones, and interact with industry partners and academic collaborators, while developing skills in design, analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in, or recently completed, a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences).
• Experience in using structural design and analysis applications such as PLM, CAD and FEM tools to deliver solutions to challenging engineering problems.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word, to support reporting, presentations and general project coordination.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment while supporting multiple tasks and priorities.
• Familiarity with engineering application tools for Model Based System Engineering and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering team with the structural design and analysis activities for an Aerospace Engineering Research and Technology Development Programme.
• Assist the team with delivering project milestones and deliverables to help keep workstreams on time and aligned with programme goals.
• Support meetings, prepare agendas, capture notes and follow up on actions with internal teams, industry partners and academic collaborators.
• Help create and maintain project documentation, presentations, status updates and other records to support clear communication and effective project execution.
• Support collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Gain practical experience in engineering within an advanced aerospace innovation environment, while supporting the successful delivery of research and technology objectives.

Skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Materials)

Tools

PLM

CAD

FEM tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This 3-month Engineering internship is based within Boeing’s Aerospace Innovation Centre (AIC) and supports an Aerospace Engineering Research and Technology Development Programme delivered in collaboration with industry-leading partners and academic institutions.

The position will support the engineering activities relating to storage, distribution and structures integration technologies, helping to drive innovation from research through to practical application. Working in a highly collaborative environment, this role will contribute to the successful delivery of engineering programme activities aligned with Boeing’s innovation and technology objectives.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, geographically dispersed, innovative engineering environment while supporting time-sensitive tasks and prioritising effectively.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the engineering team with the structural design and analysis activities for an Aerospace Engineering Research and Technology Development Programme.
• Assist the team with delivering project milestones and deliverables to help keep workstreams on time and aligned with programme goals.
• Support meetings, prepare agendas, capture notes and follow up on actions with internal teams, industry partners and academic collaborators.
• Help create and maintain project documentation, presentations, status updates and other records to support clear communication and effective project execution.
• Support collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Gain practical experience in engineering within an advanced aerospace innovation environment, while supporting the successful delivery of research and technology objectives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Right to work in UK - We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Currently enrolled in, or recently completed, a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences).
• Experience in using structural design and analysis applications such as PLM, CAD and FEM tools to deliver solutions to challenging engineering problems.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word, to support reporting, presentations and general project coordination.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment while supporting multiple tasks and priorities.
• Familiarity with engineering application tools for Model Based System Engineering and simulation.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 31, 2026.

Export Control Details:

Non – US based job

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.