Engineering Internship

The Boeing Company; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 hour working week

Generous holidays

Defined Contribution pension

Life cover

Maternity-leave pay

24/7 online GP services

Occupational sick scheme

On-site Health department

Employee Assistance programme

Professional development and mentoring

Advancement opportunities

Exclusive employee discounts

Free car-parking

Job summary

Short Brothers, a Boeing Company, invites applications for 12-month Engineering internships based in Belfast for Summer 2027 to Summer 2028. Interns will join a world‑class aerospace team, work on live projects, and gain real‑world experience from day one.

Opportunities span Design, Research & Technology, Materials & Processes, and more, with coaching, mentoring, and strong career development. Aimed at graduates ready to contribute to aerospace innovation.

Qualifications

• Accredited engineering degree enabling pursuit of CEng status.
• 36 hours per week, 5 days a week in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
• Strong communication skills and genuine interest in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects within the Engineering function.
• Collaborate with different teams to gain broad experience.
• Develop engineering skills and professional growth through mentoring.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Interest in aerospace

Education

Honours degree (2.2+) in Mechanical/Aerospace/Engineering

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.

Aerospace Engineering Internship Opportunities 2027

Short Brothers, a Boeing Company - Belfast

Ready to help shape the future of flight?

At Short Brothers, we're not just building aircraft components, we're creating innovative technologies that connect people, businesses, and communities around the world.

With over 100 years of engineering excellence behind us and an exciting future ahead, we're looking for the next generation of engineers to join our team in Belfast and help solve some of aerospace's biggest challenges.

From developing advanced materials and ultra-lightweight structures to supporting more sustainable aviation, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that make a real impact from day one.

We are currently offering several 12-month Engineering internships for the period Summer 2027 to Summer 2028 to be based in our Belfast facility (salary £25029.68 per annum)

Why Join Us?

These learning-orientated internships will focus on giving you real-world experiences and the opportunity to work on live projects within our Engineering function.

You will have the chance to work with different teams, explore where your own skills and interests lie and consider where your focus might be in the future.

What You Can Expect:

Benefits Include:

• 36 hour working week (half-day Friday)
• Generous holidays and a range of flexible schedules
• Defined Contribution pension scheme
• Generous life cover
• Enhanced maternity-leave pay
• Access to 24/7 online GP services
• Occupational sick scheme
• On-site Occupational Health department
• Employee Assistance programme
• Professional development and growth, including coaching and mentoring
• Advancement opportunities
• Access to exclusive employee discounts
• Free car-parking

Where Could You Make Your Mark?

We're recruiting interns across a range of engineering disciplines, including:

• Design Engineering
• Research & Technology
• Materials & Processes
• Stress Analysis
• Powerplant and Systems Engineering
• Experimental and Ground Test Engineering

No matter where you start, you'll have the chance to collaborate across different teams, broaden your experience, and discover the area that inspires you most.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for curious minds, problem-solvers, innovators, and team players who are excited about the future of aerospace.

Whether you're passionate about design, manufacturing, sustainability, materials, or advanced technology, we want people who are eager to learn, challenge ideas, and make a difference.

Essential Requirements:

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that sufficient detail is provided on the application form to demonstrate how they meet the appropriate job criteria, as this alone will be used for vetting purposes.

• Successful candidates will be forecasted for or have an honours degree (minimum 2.2) in a directly relevant subject (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Product-Design Engineering, Advanced Composites and Polymers, Metallurgy, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Electrical / Electronic Engineering) where the course content has been accredited by one of the major engineering institutions enabling applicants to pursue CEng status.
• Requirement to work 36 hours per week 5 days a week in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
• Positive, enthusiastic and hardworking attitude combined with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in aerospace industry as a career.

Desirable Criteria:

• A forecasted or achieved 2.1, 1st class honours degree or Master’s degree (MEng, or Beng MSc) may be considered during the shortlisting for this role.
• Preference will be given to candidates with an Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Degree.
• Preference will be given to those studying for an honours degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

The aerospace industry is entering an exciting new era of innovation, sustainability, and technological transformation.

As an intern, you'll be part of a team helping to define what's next while developing your own career with one of the world's most recognised aerospace organisations.

If you're ready to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Dates

• Applications close: 4pm Tuesday 10th November 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is a Non-United States Position

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.