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It’s never too early to start planning your engineering internship. For summer internships, applications can close as early as January of the year in question. Other internships, especially at larger companies, operate on rolling deadlines. But simply applying is often not enough. Engineering internships can be as competitive as they are lucrative, and researching and networking early on is critical.
Common requirements for engineering internships include: a competitive undergraduate GPA (3.0 or greater); an up-to-date resume with relevant experience; an essay or personal statement; and letter(s) of recommendation. Other requirements may include background checks and eligibility for security clearance.
National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB)
Housed within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the NBIB has a mission to improve health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. Their Biomedical Engineering Summer Internship Program (BESIP) is hosted by the BETA Center, an NIH-wide organization housed in the NIBIB intramural research program. Students interested in biomedical engineering research will come to the NIH campus for an intensive in-person research experience. The internship allows students to participate in cutting-edge biomedical research projects under the mentorship of world-class scientists and engineers in NIH laboratories in Bethesda, MD. BESIP interns can also participate in a variety of professional and career development programs offered by the NIH’s Office of Intramural Training and Education.
The BESIP program contains two tracks: BESIP-BME and BESIP-STEM. For the BESIP-BME track, applicants must be working towards a bachelor’s degree in physical science, computer science, or engineering. Applicants should have completed at least three years of undergraduate study by summer 2026, be returning to school for at least one more semester, and have had prior hands-on experience in biomedical engineering research.
The BESIP-STEM track includes applicants who are not majoring in engineering, physical science, or computer science but are interested in pursuing biomedical engineering in graduate school or as a career. This could include applicants from other science majors such as biology, biochemistry, mathematics, chemistry, and other related biomedical disciplines. Alternatively, BESIP-STEM applicants may be majoring in engineering, physical science, and computer science, but have not had a previous in-person biomedical engineering research experience. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited community college, college, or university in the United States as an undergraduate, have completed at least one year of study by summer 2026, and be returning to school for at least one more semester.
DuPont
DuPont is one of the world’s largest chemical companies. Over the course of history, DuPont engineers have helped invent substances like nylon, Kevlar, and Lycra. Their internship and co-op programs are designed to help interns learn and develop essential skills so they can excel in their chosen career path. DuPont’s engineering internship and co-op experiences are designed for the next generation of business-minded problem solvers who show the capabilities and determination to become leaders at DuPont. To be considered for the summer internship program, applicants must be enrolled as full-time students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or other engineering disciplines from an ABET-accredited program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
American Bridge Company
Founded in 1900, American Bridge Company is a legendary civil engineering firm. Engineers at American Bridge Company have helped build the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and the Bay Bridge in Oakland, California. The company’s summer internship allows interns to apply their skills to a real-life setting.
Under the supervision of experienced engineers, interns will perform a variety of engineering support assignments for bridge and marine construction projects. Specific assignments may include: preparing engineering reports; performing inspections as part of a team; preparing construction cost estimates; and building construction scheduling. The location of the internship may be at either the corporate office in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, at one of multiple regional offices, or at a project job site location.
X
X is Google’s Moonshot Factory, where engineers come together to try to develop solutions that have a major impact on the world’s greatest challenges. X engineers have incubated hundreds of different sci-fi sounding projects, many of which have gone on to become independent businesses. X’s software engineering internships will place interns on confidential or public projects.
The software engineering internships are flexible to an applicant’s availability and each specific project’s needs. Interns will not only get to work side by side with X engineers but also get access to Google benefits, including attending colloquium and tech talks with Google team leads.
Apple
Apple is the largest information technology company in the world, and the most valuable company in the world. Since its founding in 1976, Apple engineers have helped usher in multiple revolutions in personal computing, designing products like the iMac, iPod, iPhone, and iPad. Their hardware engineering internships seek motivated electrical engineering students to support the design, integration, implementation, and testing of various electrical subsystems.
Competitive candidates will understand chip design, computer system architecture, and wireless communication. Prior internship experience or relevant work experience is a plus. Possible areas of internship focus include: camera/touch/display engineering; wireless technology; embedded systems development; human interface devices; and firmware development.
Environmental Protection Agency – Office Of Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is an independent agency of the US federal government. Its Office of Water ensures that drinking water is safe, and restores and maintains oceans, watersheds, and their aquatic ecosystems to protect human health, support economic and recreational activities, and provide healthy habitats for fish, plants, and wildlife.
The EPA Office of Water has a number of unpaid internships available, including in the area of environmental engineering. Internships are available in summer, spring, and fall. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated interests and career goals in water and/or public health-related fields, including sustainability and resilience. While there is no stipend for interns, transit subsidies are available.
Siemens Healthineers
Siemens Healthineers is a global leader in medical technology, constantly advancing healthcare solutions in more than 70 countries. In their 2026 Engineering Summer Internship program, Siemens Healthineers offers a dynamic, project-based experience for undergraduate and master’s engineering students, including those studying industrial engineering. Interns have the chance to work in diverse business units such as Varian, Diagnostics, Molecular Imaging, Endovascular Robotics, and more.
Designed to run for 10 to 12 weeks starting in early June, the internship combines on-site and hybrid work across several major U.S. locations. Qualified candidates (preferably rising juniors or seniors) participate in engineering and design activities utilizing tools like Solidworks, AutoCAD, Matlab, and Siemens NX. Core responsibilities include contributing to manufacturing design and development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address real-world engineering problems, and supporting continuous improvement in process workflows.
Interns benefit from paid time off and an hourly wage of $24 to $40, depending on education, experience, and location. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis from early fall through March each year.
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle company based in Austin, Texas. Since its founding in 2003, it’s become one of the world’s most valuable companies. Tesla is also an industry leader in clean energy solutions, with its engineers helping to design self-driving cars and novel batteries that can help power a greener world. Tesla’s materials engineering summer internship gives interns a chance to help build that future, too.
The materials engineering team at Tesla is responsible for a wide range of components, and interns will work across a similarly wide range. Interns will help develop, qualify, test, and implement solutions involving metals, ceramics, glass, polymers, and adhesives.
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a global leader in jet engines and advanced aviation technology, committed to innovation in commercial and military flight. The Mechanical Components and Systems Fellow Internship at their Niskayuna, NY, research site is designed for PhD students in mechanical engineering or closely related fields.
Interns join the Mechanical Components and Systems Lab to advance the state of mechanical solutions for next-generation propulsion. Typical projects include the design, analysis, and assembly of test rigs and experimental articles for bearings, gear systems, rotor/stator seals, and rotordynamics. Assignments last 12 to 14 weeks and involve collaborating side by side with expert engineers. Interns benefit from cross-center seminars, soft skills development sessions, and the opportunity to showcase project achievements.
Key eligibility requirements include current full-time enrollment in a PhD program in mechanical engineering at an ABET-accredited university, permanent legal U.S. work authorization, and a GPA of at least 3.0. Experience with rotating machinery design, multidisciplinary teamwork, product manufacturing, and 3D modeling tools such as NX, SOLIDWORKS, or Creo is recommended. Applicants receive a weekly pay range of $1,000 to $2,000, with additional travel reimbursement and housing stipend, plus full relocation assistance for qualified interns.
Westinghouse Electric Company
Westinghouse Electric Company is a major nuclear power company with over 9,000 employees. Spun off from the nuclear division of Westinghouse Electric Corporation in 1999, the firm has engineering roots that date back much further, and Westinghouse was instrumental in the development of nuclear energy systems in the United States.
Westinghouse is seeking nuclear engineering students for its nuclear operations summer internship for technical engineering positions in nuclear engineering. As nuclear operations interns, candidates will work on the new generation of reactors like the AP300 SMR and eVinci microreactor, the new fleet of AP1000, and the operating fleet from all over the world. Building their skills based on actual operating plant experience in the field, combined with new plant development, will be a major accelerator for their career in the nuclear industry.
Analog Devices (ADI)
Analog Devices (ADI) stands at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing breakthrough technologies for digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. Their US-based quality engineer intern position, located in Chelmsford, MA, directly supports front-end manufacturing quality efforts and gives interns hands-on exposure to world-class quality management systems and semiconductor manufacturing.
Interns in this role work collaboratively with engineering, production, and maintenance teams on continuous improvement projects, supporting the implementation of quality management system (QMS) processes and contributing to problem-solving teams. They will assist with technical reports, root cause analysis, and participate in technical presentations. The position emphasizes practical skills in lean manufacturing, statistical process control (SPC), process development, and quality assurance documentation.
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in mechanical, industrial, electrical, chemical engineering, materials science, or related fields, and must be US citizens. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of semiconductor fabrication, problem-solving tools, and experience with ISO9001 or AS9100 quality systems. The expected wage range is $22 to $41 per hour, with compensation dependent on location, experience, and education.
Boeing
Boeing is one of the largest aerospace manufacturers globally and one of the largest defense contractors. Boeing designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, satellites, telecommunications equipment, missiles, rockets, and more. They also recruit many engineering students for internships across a wide range of disciplines.
Boeing’s systems engineering internship gives systems engineering students the chance to focus their skills on real-world problems. Systems engineers can focus on several different areas, from customer engineering to regulatory administration to system safety, and more. Interns will also get exposure to networking events and the opportunity to meet executives and mentors.
Matt Zbrog is a writer and researcher from Southern California. Since 2018, he’s written extensively about a wide range of engineering disciplines, with a particular focus on the potential impacts of major technological breakthroughs. His work largely centers around conversations with engineering faculty at top universities, highlighting their research in areas such as nuclear power, artificial intelligence, soft robotics, and semiconductor design. He’s also worked with leaders and subject matter experts at the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the California Department of Water Resources (DWR), the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), and the Society of Women Engineers (SWE).
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