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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 Engineering 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 Engineering Intern

Quality Engineering - As a Quality Engineering Intern, you will be an integral part of our efforts to design, develop, and uphold rigorous quality standards for Boeing's products and manufacturing processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams spanning engineering, production, and supply chain to help build and sustain a robust quality conformance system that ensures safe, reliable, and defect-free aerospace products. This role will give you hands-on experience in quality risk assessment, data analysis, quality management system implementation, and continuous improvement-all critical aspects of delivering excellence in aerospace manufacturing.

• Collaborate across production, and engineering teams to support product quality assurance throughout design, manufacturing, and production systems.
• Support implementing quality principles, processes, and metrics to reduce defects and drive customer satisfaction.
• Support quality readiness assessments and product maturity validation through data analysis and risk mitigation planning.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action, and statistical process control.
• Help develop, review, and maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documentation in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide assistance in design risk analysis (DFMEA), verification planning, and quality inspections.

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 (Required)

• 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 (Desired)

• Currently majoring in one of following core engineering/applied sciences disciplines (Aeronautical/Aerospace, Civil (especially Structural emphasis or interest), Chemical, Computer Engineering/Science, Electrical, Industrial, Materials, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Physics, Software, Structural, Quality, Industrial Engineering Technical, Industrial Management, Operations Research, Engineering Mechanics, and Systems).
• 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.
• Junior or Senior class standing.
• Willingness to relocate and work onsite at designated locations.
• Quality Engineering Skills: Quality Management Principles, Leadership and Team Facilitation, Effective Communication & Presentation, Problem Identification and Barrier Analysis, Quality Planning Techniques, Quality Documentation and Reporting, Quality Standards Compliance, Cost of Quality Analysis, Quality Planning and Process Mapping, Continuous Improvement Techniques, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Project Planning and Scheduling, Corrective and Preventive Actions Execution, Data Collection, Sampling Method and Statistical Analysis, Statistical Process Control Implementation, Process Capability and Performance Measurement, Design and Analysis of Experiments, Risk Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation
• Supplier Quality Skills: Root Cause Corrective Action, Problem Solving, Quality, Lean, Aerospace, Data Analytics, Project Management, Supply Chain, Git Source Control, Database / SQL Query and Programming, Python, Data Visualization, Basic Tableau, PowerBI, R Language, ReactJS/Javascript, Systems Mapping, Simulations, Growth Strategy, Customer and Supplier Relationship Management

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

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These positions are for first shift.

Summary pay range: $45,000 - $90,000

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.

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