Aerodynamics Engineering Intern, Summer 2027

The role

You will support aircraft and propulsion development for Wing's next-generation delivery drones. The work covers aerodynamics, flight dynamics, propulsion and aircraft performance analysis, prototyping, testing and modeling. You will work closely with experienced engineers on a project of your own.

What you will do

• 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 other teams such as mechanical engineering, GNC, simulation, and flight test
• Take ownership of a project focused on next-generation delivery drones

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, graduating between December 2027 and August 2028
• Currently a student enrolled in a degree program, intending to return to the program after the internship
• Experience with Matlab, Python, or a similar programming language
• Strong examples of collaborative, hands-on engineering experience from work, 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

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Benefits in addition to the base salary

Before you apply

• You must be a current student enrolled in a degree program and intend to return to it after the internship
• You must be graduating between December 2027 and August 2028
• Your recruiter can share the specific salary range for your location during hiring

About the company

Wing offers drone delivery for last mile logistics, designing, building and operating its own aircraft on two continents. Wing is part of Alphabet.