Aero & Thermal Engineering Intern: Hypersonics R&D

North Wind; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

North Wind invites applications for an Aero/Thermal Engineering Intern to support aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and thermodynamic analyses used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. You will work with experienced engineers on fluid flow, heat transfer, and system validation.

The role offers exposure to CFD tools, design reviews, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a growing hypersonics team in Saint Paul, MN. This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and technical growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s in a technical field related to aerodynamics.
• Coursework or project experience in fluids, thermodynamics, or heat transfer.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering calculations and analyses in aerodynamics and heat transfer.
• Support design concepts for fluid systems in wind tunnel facilities.
• Analyze compressible and incompressible airflow under varying conditions.
• Review facility configurations and document findings from surveys.
• Support testing, commissioning, and validation of facilities and components.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerodynamics

Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Job description

North Wind invites applications for an Aero/Thermal Engineering Intern to support aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and thermodynamic analyses used in wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. You will work with experienced engineers on fluid flow, heat transfer, and system validation.

The role offers exposure to CFD tools, design reviews, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a growing hypersonics team in Saint Paul, MN. This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and technical growth.