Aerodynamics Engineering Intern, Summer 2027

Wing•Palo Alto, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wing is seeking an Aerodynamics Engineering Intern to join its Aircraft Development team in Palo Alto, California. The interdisciplinary team designs, prototypes, and optimizes current and future aircraft. During this 12-week paid summer internship, the intern will own a project supporting the development of Wing’s next-generation delivery drones and work closely with experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment. The program is hybrid and in person, with start dates in May or June. Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program and intend to return to it after the internship. The position is intended for students graduating between December 2027 and August 2028.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
Expected graduation between December 2027 and August 2028.
Experience with MATLAB, Python, or a similar programming language.
Examples of collaborative, hands-on engineering experience, such as from work experience, university programs, internships, or student organizations.
Familiarity with aircraft design, aerodynamics, and flight dynamics.
Familiarity with propulsion and aerodynamic modeling.
Familiarity with CAD software for design and prototyping.
Passion for aviation, drones, or related technologies.
Must be a current student enrolled in a degree program and intend to return to the program after the summer internship.

Responsibilities

Perform analyses of aerodynamics, flight dynamics, propulsion, and aircraft performance using experimental and computational methods.
Support aircraft and propulsion system development through prototyping, testing, modeling, and analysis.
Collaborate with teams including mechanical engineering, GNC, simulation, and flight test.