Spring 2027 - IEF - Stress Engineering - Collegiate Associate Intern

Gulfstream; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Housing stipend

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Collegiate networking event

Job summary

Gulfstream in Savannah, GA is seeking a Spring 2027 Collegiate Associate Intern for the Structural Stress Engineering team. You will support substantiating the structural integrity of new product development through stress analysis, fatigue testing, and reports under FAA regulations.

This on-site internship offers real-world projects and mentorship in a world-class aerospace environment. Preferred students are enrolled in Aerospace, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Computer Science programs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of design configuration and FAR Part 25 regulations is preferred.
• Understanding of loads, materials, and stress analysis techniques for airframes.
• Experience with fatigue testing or structural analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stress Analysis

FEM/FEA

Fatigue & Damage Tolerance

Coding/scripting (Matlab, Python, C++)

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

Catia V5

Job description

Spring 2027 - IEF - Stress Engineering - Collegiate Associate Intern in GAC Savannah

Overview

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream: Spring 2027. At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, Collegiate Associates apply classroom learning to real-world challenges and gain valuable experience. You’ll work alongside skilled professionals in a culture built on integrity, pride, and excellence-preparing you for future success in the aerospace industry. Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your associate experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

What You’ll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to build skills and professional connections

About the Team

The Structural Stress Engineering team is responsible for substantiating the structural integrity of all new product development or production design activities. To accomplish this, detailed structural analyses and static and fatigue testing of components, assemblies, and full-scale aircraft are performed. Analysts perform stress analysis and fatigue & damage tolerance evaluations in review of engineering drawings and write reports to show compliance with FAA regulations.

Preferred knowledge in the following areas

Knowledge of design configuration, design criteria including FAR Part 25 regulations, internal and external loads, material properties, and stress analysis techniques are used to structurally substantiate airframe components.

Preferred degree programs

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in one of the following disciplines:
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Spring 2027 semester, beginning in January 2027.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

Desired skills

• Stress Analysis (Metallics and/or composites)
• Finite Element Modeling – FEM/FEA (Nastran/Patran/Abaqus/Ansys/others)
• Fatigue & Damage Tolerance
• Catia V5 (computer aided design/drafting)
• Coding/scripting (Matlab, Python, C++)

Preferred list of classes taken/planned

• Statics
• Mechanics of Materials
• Structural Analysis (preferred)
• Finite Element Analysis (preferred)
• Structural Design (preferred)
• Structural Test Lab (preferred)

Hobbies that may align well with this role

• Passion for airplanes
• Desire to understand how aircraft are designed and built to optimize performance
• Interest in structural testing with experience in Structural/Material Labs (Strength and durability testing)
• Advanced Design Projects in structures (aerospace/car racing/bridge/etc)

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 16, 2027. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

Additional Information

Position Purpose: Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded); must be listed on resume.
3. Minimum duration: 12-14 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).
4. Must work onsite; this is not a remote position.
5. Must have reliable transportation.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Requisition Number: 235258

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Associate

Number of Openings: 2