Summer 2027 Engineering & Technical Internships
About The Position
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is responsible for the design, operation, and maintenance of the infrastructure required to test flight, defense, and aerospace systems in the ground test facilities at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, Tennessee. This infrastructure includes equipment such as electric motors, compressors, hydraulic systems, refrigeration systems, heaters, dryers, power systems, measurement and data acquisition systems, control systems, and more. We do not design or conduct analysis of the vehicles; we design, operate, and maintain the systems which enable ground test of models and subassemblies to provide our customers with the data they need to make decisions on design and flightworthiness. The Beyond New Horizons internship program offers a 12-week full-time summer opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in various engineering and computer science related disciplines. As part of the internship, you are paired with experienced engineers and scientists who serve as your mentor(s) in completing real engineering or technical work gaining valuable experience in your field of study while contributing to Air Force and contractor missions. You will be required to present a briefing to management demonstrating what you learned and accomplished throughout the summer. Our internship is structured such that you are assigned multiple tasks to complete throughout the summer to provide exposure to the variety of types of work assignments available here at AEDC. These are real engineering/technical assignments that need to be completed, not busy work to keep you occupied. Test Operations Engineers also provide system engineer capabilities as part of a team of mechanical and electrical engineers whose job is to oversee installation, operation, sustainment, and troubleshooting of their assigned test cell equipment and systems. Some examples of test systems in various facilities include thrust determination and force measurement systems, fuel systems, icing systems, combustors, nozzles, water systems, gaseous nitrogen systems, hydraulic systems, lubrication oil systems, high pressure air systems, service air systems, liquid nitrogen systems, various sensors, etc. that are needed to reliably provide test data to our customers.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- At least sophomore status (45 credit hours) completed by May 2027.
- Minimum GPA of 2.75.
- Ability to work 40 hours each week for 12 weeks from May to August.
- Ability to travel between multiple facilities and buildings within the industrial complex to support test operations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance and the AEDC local network.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Resumes must include degree program, projected graduation date, and GPA.
Nice To Haves
- Commitment to working 40 hours each week for the duration of the internship.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity.
- Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.
- Positive attitude and willingness to receive feedback.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
- Desire to work on a team with energy and commitment to the work assigned.
- Adaptable and willing to stretch technically and learn new things.
- Interest in supporting our nation’s defense.
Responsibilities
- Design, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure for testing flight, defense, and aerospace systems.
- Oversee installation, operation, sustainment, and troubleshooting of assigned test cell equipment and systems.
- Complete real engineering or technical assignments.
- Present a briefing to management demonstrating learned skills and accomplishments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
