Structural Analysis Intern - Summer 2025

Job Description
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that's exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
As an intern, you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.
This internship is for May - August 2025, but earlier start dates may be accommodated. In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business at our Minneapolis, MN facility.
BAE Systems is a leader in the defense industry, and currently has a need for a Structural Analysis intern, who will work in a multi-disciplinary team environment performing engineering analysis tasks for one or more areas of CMS product lines. You will perform roles similar in nature to our entry-level engineers, applying basic engineering analytical theory, principles, techniques and practices for analysis and development of defense related product applications.
As a Structural Analysis Intern, you will:

1. Assist product analysis team senior engineering personnel in planning and carrying out structural analyses using fundamental engineering principles, theories and practices.
2. Assist with the creation and documentation of finite element models using ABAQUS and Hypermesh.
3. Assist with the creation of, provide inputs to, and make revisions to technical documentation, reports, papers, or presentations.
4. Maintain professional relationships with company employees, clients and customers, both internal and external.
5. Keep management abreast of progress and pending problems.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must be a US Person
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university in the Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Completed the equivalent of at least the Sophomore year of undergraduate studies in an engineering program
• Basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a relevant field of specialization
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with Structural Analysis software, such as ABAQUS or ANSYS.Familiarity with MS Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to research and apply mechanical or aerospace engineering principles and theories to solve engineering problems.
• Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrates sincere interest in engineering through previous experiences such as extracurricular activities, internships, projects, etc.
• Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Creo, ANSYS, ABAQUS, or MATLAB is a plus

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $48620 - $65670
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.