Boeing Summer 2027 Internship Program (Paid) – Quality Specialist

The Boeing Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company invites motivated students to join our Quality Specialist Intern program for Summer 2027. This 10-12 week onsite internship emphasizes safety, quality, and collaborative problem solving in a world-class aerospace environment.

You will gain hands-on experience, mentoring, and exposure to Boeing's manufacturing and research facilities while developing skills in project management, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork. Relocation may be offered where eligible.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a college or university with expected graduation on or after August 2027.
• Availability to work full-time for 10-12 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Meet Export Control compliance as a “U.S. Person” (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Responsibilities

• Support reviews of proposals, contracts, regulatory, program, and customer requirements, ensuring safety and quality are embedded in plans and practices.
• Assist with maintaining Quality directives, policies, processes, procedures, and metrics, while demonstrating ownership and diligence.
• Collect and analyze data to identify root causes of routine problems, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Support research and analysis of performance reports with accuracy and responsibility to enhance process capability.
• Prepare for hardware, software, and system-level audits, supporting trustworthy transparency and compliance.
• Compile data for material review disposition, through respectful collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Program Management

Data Analytics

Education

Currently enrolled student (graduation after Aug 2027)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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

Launch your career with Boeing, celebrated by Yello/WayUp as a Top 100 Internship Program in the US for 2026! We are seeking motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative students to join our 2027 intern program as Quality Specialist Interns.

Boeing’s mission is to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond. Every day, we are dedicated to carrying out our mission – safely and sustainably. With revitalized spirit and an unwavering commitment to transparency in all we do, we are transforming to be a better, stronger Boeing, propelled by the spirit of innovation that has been our hallmark for more than a century. We invite you to join us on the journey ahead!

Our culture is built on five core values that guide everything we do:

• Safety & Quality: Safety is the foundation of everything we do, and we deliver quality at every step, every time. How we think and act each day keeps our people and those who rely on us safe. We take responsibility for our mission to design, build, and service complex products with precision and sound decision making.
• Trust: We do what we say we will do. We work with integrity and build trust by consistently meeting our commitments and communicating transparently with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• People Focus: Our global team is our greatest asset. We invest in and care for our people, and we treat each other with respect even when we disagree. We feel comfortable raising concerns; we ask for help when we need it; and we support our teammates because we can only achieve our shared mission by working together.
• Ownership: We hold ourselves and each other accountable for delivering excellent products and services. We take pride in doing hard work and proactively share solutions. When we make a mistake, we own it, learn from it, and strive to improve.
• Innovation: We see challenges as opportunities. We are curious, creative, and explore new ideas that move our company and industry forward. We honor our company’s legacy while creating our own.

What You’ll Do as a Quality Specialist Intern

As a Quality Specialist Intern, you will:

• Support reviews of proposals, contracts, regulatory, program, and customer requirements, ensuring safety and quality are embedded in plans and practices.
• Assist with maintaining Quality directives, policies, processes, procedures, and metrics, while demonstrating ownership and diligence.
• Collect and analyze data to identify root causes of routine problems, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Support research and analysis of performance reports with accuracy and responsibility to enhance process capability.
• Prepare for hardware, software, and system-level audits, supporting trustworthy transparency and compliance.
• Compile data for material review disposition, through respectful collaboration with cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Experience

During your 10-12 week internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with a mentor in your field of study while solving real-world problems that emphasize safety and quality.
• Tour Boeing’s state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities, connecting hands-on experience with your academic learning.
• Interact with company leaders to understand strategic priorities and Boeing’s future direction — cultivating trust through transparent communication.
• Attend networking events, development seminars, and executive engagements designed to strengthen your professional network and support your growth as a valued team member.
• Gain invaluable experience that builds a foundation of ownership and innovation for your career.

Thesepositionsare expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

These positions must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for Employment Visa status.

Basic Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a college or university with expected graduation on or after August 2027.
• Availability to work full-time for 10 - 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Meet Export Control compliance as a “U.S. Person” (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Preferred Qualifications

• Majoring in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, Operations, Project Management, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Management, Programming, Systems Engineering and Management, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Strong academic performance (GPA 3.0 or above).
• Previous internships, work experience, or involvement in student or civic organizations demonstrating leadership and teamwork.
• Passion for aerospace industry and eagerness to contribute to Boeing’s mission.
• Willingness to relocate and work onsite at designated locations.
• Junior or Senior class standing
• Program Management Skills: Project Planning, Leadership, and Supply Chain/Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Action, Problem Solving, Systematic Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Presentation Development, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Cross-functional Collaboration, Principles of Management
• Data Analytic Skills Data Mining, Data Analysis, Programming Concepts, Business Analytics, Data Intelligence, SQL/programming, Data Storytelling, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Presentation Development, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Cross-functional Collaboration, Business Quantitative Methods, Visual Analytics

Relocation

Some of these positions offer relocation based on eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Safety Sensitive Statement

Some of these positions are safety sensitive positions and may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Shift

These positions are for first shift.

Summary pay range: $40,000 – $80,000

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Site List: Sites may include but are not limited to...

Washington: Renton, Kent, Everett, Auburn, Seattle, Tukwila

Oregon: Portland

Kansas: Wichita

South Carolina: North Charleston

Business unit/operating groups in Washington may include areas such as, but not limited to:

• Airplane Program Quality, Supplier Quality, Quality Workforce Planning, Quality Training, Propulsion Quality, Fabrication Quality, Quality Process Governance, Regulatory and Quality System Oversight

Business unit/operating groups in Utah may include areas such as, but not limited to:

• Fabrication Quality- Composites

Business unit/operating groups in Oregon may include areas such as, but not limited to:

• Fabrication Quality, Quality Operating System

Business unit/operating groups in Kansas may include areas such as, but not limited to:

• Supplier Quality, Boeing Wichita, Regulatory and Quality System Oversight

Business unit/operating groups in South Carolina may include areas such as, but not limited to:

• Airplane Program Quality, Supplier Quality, Fabrication Quality, Quality Process Governance, Regulatory and Quality System Oversight

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 23, 2026

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This job requires a Security Clearance

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.