About the role#
This internship focuses on Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability at Spirit AeroSystems. You will support programs designed to protect employees, minimize environmental impact, and maintain regulatory compliance. This role offers hands-on experience working with mentors to solve real-world problems in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Collect, review, and analyze data related to safety, environment, and sustainability.
- Support hazard identification, risk analysis, internal audits, and corrective actions.
- Assist with projects focused on environmental compliance, waste management, emissions, energy, and sustainability.
- Participate in incident or hazard reviews.
- Help develop and monitor EHS programs, procedures, training, and performance metrics.
- Assist in the development and improvement of EHS management processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year undergraduate (sophomore through senior) or graduate degree program.
- Academic major in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Sustainability, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Previous internship or work experience, or involvement in student or civic organizations.
- Interest in the aerospace industry and a career at Boeing.
- Ability to work full-time on-site during Summer 2027.
- Ability to relocate if necessary.
Location & details#
- Location: Wichita, Kansas.
- Work Modality: 100% on-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with a pay range of $18.60 to $31.10 per hour.
- Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
About Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems manufactures aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and regional jets. The company produces fuselages, wing components, pylons, and nacelles using aluminum and composite materials. Founded in 2005, the firm operates facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, France, Malaysia, and Morocco. It maintains its headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, and employs over 10,000 people.
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