Aerospace Internships
Aerospace internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers and systems analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Manufacturing, with Blue Origin, Burns & McDonnell, and Sierra Nevada Corporation among the employers posting roles now.
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Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.
As a Mechanical Engineering intern possible responsibilities could include:
Build, test and debug prototype samples.
Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines.
Create engineering prints and specifications.
Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
Interface with customers on key design issues.
Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines.
Performing design verification on original and/or derivative ideas using diagnostic and experimental methods.
Determines design approaches and parameters.
Evaluate equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
Successful candidates will be able to:
Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
Take initiative and think creatively
Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader
Requirements:
Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident status is required for this position
This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.
At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. In addition to the competitive hourly rates offered, all interns receive a sign-on bonus.
Interns at Sensata Technologies are eligible to participate in benefits including paid holidays, sick time, and medical insurance.
Engineering/IT Intern Hourly Rates
Sophomore Graduating 2030: $25.00
Junior Graduating 2029: $27.00
Senior Graduating 2028: $29.00
Graduate Students: $32.00
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Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together
Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement
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NOTE: If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.
Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.
As a Mechanical Engineering intern possible responsibilities could include:
Build, test and debug prototype samples.
Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines.
Create engineering prints and specifications.
Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
Interface with customers on key design issues.
Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines.
Performing design verification on original and/or derivative ideas using diagnostic and experimental methods.
Determines design approaches and parameters.
Evaluate equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.
Successful candidates will be able to:
Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
Take initiative and think creatively
Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader
Requirements:
Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident status is required for this position
This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.
At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. In addition to the competitive hourly rates offered, all interns receive a sign-on bonus.
Interns at Sensata Technologies are eligible to participate in benefits including paid holidays, sick time, and medical insurance.
Engineering/IT Intern Hourly Rates
Sophomore Graduating 2030: $25.00
Junior Graduating 2029: $27.00
Senior Graduating 2028: $29.00
Graduate Students: $32.00
#LI-KK2
SmarterTogether
Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together
Click here to view Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement
Click here to view our Sensata Recruitment Privacy Statement for China
NOTE: If you are a current Sensata employee (or one of our Affiliates), please back out of this application and log into Workday via the Company Intranet to apply directly. Type "FIND JOBS" in the Workday search bar.
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Tips for Your Aerospace Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large aerospace employers open summer internship applications as early as August and September and close them before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings regularly from early fall so you don't miss the first wave at the employers that matter most to you.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Aerospace hiring teams expect limited work history at the intern level, so give them something concrete to assess. Document two or three projects with the tools you used, CAD models, simulation outputs, design reports, or published analyses. A linked portfolio entry does more work than a bullet point on a resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Alongside that, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts, the two approaches reach different pools, and covering both gives you the widest shot.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Aerospace intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering engineering fundamentals, systems thinking, or design problem-solving depending on the role. Practice answering out loud and narrating your reasoning, not just reaching the right answer. Interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the solution you land on.
Target structured rotational programs early in the cycle
Major aerospace employers run rotational internship programs designed to train candidates new to the industry, placing interns across engineering disciplines or product areas in a single term. These programs recruit in the fall and fill fast. Identify the ones that align with your interests and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 83% of the aerospace internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to, remote, hybrid, or on-site, before you start reviewing listings on Migrate Mate. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can take, not sorting through ones you can't.
Aerospace Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an aerospace internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. For aerospace candidates, that means design files, CAD models, simulation outputs, or documented engineering projects. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an aerospace internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for aerospace interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline before your internship ends. Position for one by treating every assignment as real work, without counting on an offer before you have it.
When should I apply for aerospace internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large aerospace employers recruit for summer cohorts the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens puts you ahead of candidates who wait for spring.
Are aerospace internships paid?
Most professional aerospace internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so you can compare opportunities without having to ask upfront.
What should an aerospace internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Feature two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, software, and methods you used, for aerospace candidates, that means linked CAD files, simulation reports, design portfolios, or published analyses that give a recruiter something to evaluate. Add relevant coursework, keep technical skills current, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote aerospace internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 17% of the aerospace internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them before they close.
What is a rotational engineering internship in aerospace?
A rotational internship places you across two or more teams or product areas during a single internship term, giving you exposure to systems engineering, propulsion, avionics, or other disciplines depending on the employer. These structured programs are built for candidates new to the industry, recruit early in the fall cycle, and are competitive, identify the ones that fit your interests and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get aerospace internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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