Aerospace Engineering Internship

Aerospace Engineering Internship Opportunities 2027

Short Brothers, a Boeing Company - Belfast

Ready to help shape the future of flight?

At Short Brothers, we're not just building aircraft components, we're creating innovative technologies that connect people, businesses, and communities around the world.

With over 100 years of engineering excellence behind us and an exciting future ahead, we're looking for the next generation of engineers to join our team in Belfast and help solve some of aerospace's biggest challenges.

From developing advanced materials and ultra-lightweight structures to supporting more sustainable aviation, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that make a real impact from day one.

We are currently offering several 12-month Engineering internships for the period Summer 2027 to Summer 2028 to be based in our Belfast facility (salary £25029.68 per annum)

Why Join Us?

These learning-orientated internships will focus on giving you real-world experiences and the opportunity to work on live projects within our Engineering function.

You will have the chance to work with different teams, explore where your own skills and interests lie and consider where your focus might be in the future.

What You Can Expect:

Benefits Include:

• 36 hour working week (half-day Friday)
• Generous holidays and a range of flexible schedules
• Defined Contribution pension scheme
• Generous life cover
• Enhanced maternity-leave pay
• Access to 24/7 online GP services
• Occupational sick scheme
• On-site Occupational Health department
• Employee Assistance programme
• Professional development and growth, including coaching and mentoring
• Advancement opportunities
• Access to exclusive employee discounts
• Free car-parking

Where Could You Make Your Mark?

We're recruiting interns across a range of engineering disciplines, including:

• Design Engineering
• Research & Technology
• Materials & Processes
• Stress Analysis
• Powerplant and Systems Engineering
• Experimental and Ground Test Engineering

No matter where you start, you'll have the chance to collaborate across different teams, broaden your experience, and discover the area that inspires you most.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for curious minds, problem-solvers, innovators, and team players who are excited about the future of aerospace.

Whether you're passionate about design, manufacturing, sustainability, materials, or advanced technology, we want people who are eager to learn, challenge ideas, and make a difference.

Essential Requirements:

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that sufficient detail is provided on the application form to demonstrate how they meet the appropriate job criteria, as this alone will be used for vetting purposes.

• Successful candidates will be forecasted for or have an honours degree (minimum 2.2) in a directly relevant subject (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Product-Design Engineering, Advanced Composites and Polymers, Metallurgy, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Electrical / Electronic Engineering) where the course content has been accredited by one of the major engineering institutions enabling applicants to pursue CEng status.
  
• Requirement to work 36 hours per week 5 days a week in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
  
• Positive, enthusiastic and hardworking attitude combined with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in aerospace industry as a career.

Desirable Criteria:

• A forecasted or achieved 2.1, 1st class honours degree or Master's degree (MEng, or Beng MSc) may be considered during the shortlisting for this role.
  
• Preference will be given to candidates with an Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Degree.
  
• Preference will be given to those studying for an honours degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

Build Your Future with Short Brothers a Boeing Company

The aerospace industry is entering an exciting new era of innovation, sustainability, and technological transformation.

As an intern, you'll be part of a team helping to define what's next while developing your own career with one of the world's most recognised aerospace organisations.

If you're ready to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Dates

• Degree qualification must be achieved by July 2027
• Applications close: 4pm Tuesday 10th November 2026

Bring your ideas. Build your skills. Shape the future of aerospace.

Apply now and start your journey with Short Brothers, A Boeing Company.