Boeing - Wichita Summer 2027 Internship Program (Paid) - Core Engineering, & Research & Technology

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. offers a Summer 2027 internship in Wichita, KS. Interns will work onsite, gain hands-on experience, and collaborate with Boeing-affiliated teams in core engineering and research technology.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a four‑year ABET‑accredited engineering degree, and can commit to full‑time work during the summer. Opportunities include manufacturing tech, knowledge‑based engineering, and materials development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four‑year undergraduate or graduate ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• Ability to work full‑time during Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Core Engineering & Research Technology: interns may support manufacturing technology, knowledge‑based engineering, materials and processes, composites, metals, chemical/finishes, and structural test activities.
• Potential internship assignments include manufacturing technology and process development, knowledge‑based engineering, automation, and digital engineering methods, metals, composites, chemical processes, coatings, and finishes, structural test planning and data analysis.

Skills

ABET-accredited engineering program

Full-time summer 2027

Education

Four-year ABET-accredited engineering program

Job description

Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and a leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Launch your career with Boeing, celebrated by 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.

Boeing has shaped the course of human history through aerospace innovations. Today, because of our amazing people and powerful technologies, our products connect the globe, protect freedom, and advance scientific discovery around the world. From the depths of the ocean, to Mars and beyond, we're inspiring the next century of explorers - we invite you to join us on the journey ahead!

As an intern at Boeing, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things. During your summer internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with a mentor in your field of study while finding solutions to real‑world problems
• Experience our products up close by touring manufacturing, engineering, and research facilities
• Interact with company leaders to learn about strategy and the future of aerospace
• Build a lasting professional network through social events and engaging activities
• Gain the skills and knowledge to become a future leader in the aerospace industry

Visit our program website to learn more about the opportunities available: https://jobs.boeing.com/internships

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

Core Engineering & Research Technology. Boeing Commercial Core Engineering and Research & Technology teams develop and mature technologies, methods, materials, processes, and engineering capabilities used across aerospace programs. Interns may support manufacturing technology, knowledge‑based engineering, materials and processes, composites, metals, chemical/finishes, and structural test activities. Work may include research, experimentation, data analysis, modeling, process development, laboratory testing, and technical documentation.

Potential internship assignments may include:

• Manufacturing technology and process development
• Knowledge‑based engineering, automation, and digital engineering methods
• Metals, composites, chemical processes, coatings, and finishes
• Structural test planning, instrumentation, test execution, and data analysis
• Research studies, trade assessments, and technology maturation

These positions are expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Wichita, KS.

Employer will not sponsor applications for employment visa status.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Currently enrolled in a four‑year undergraduate or graduate ABET‑accredited engineering program
• Ability to work full‑time during Summer 2027

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Passion for the aerospace industry and interest and enthusiasm for a career at Boeing
• Academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher)
• Previous related internship or work experience and/or involvement with student or civic organizations
• Majoring in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other related engineering fields
• The ability to relocate and work onsite

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Union:

This is a union‑represented position

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.

Shift:

These positions are for first shift.

Pay & Benefits

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.

Summary pay range: … Min: $22.09/hr - Max: $37.01/hr