Structures and Payloads Intern

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Talent Acquisition is currently looking for a Structural and Payload Design Engineer Intern to join our team in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Boeing has maintained a strong, long-standing partnership with Türkiye for more than 80 years. As a trusted partner of the Turkish aerospace industry, Boeing supports commercial airline operators with commercial jets and the government with defense platforms.
Boeing has offices in Türkiye in Ankara and Istanbul, and an Engineering and Technology Center and Global Operations Center in Istanbul.
An engineering intern, you will observe concept layouts, preliminary design, and final design of interior components and have hands on experience to learn how to use CATIA assemblies and model-based definition (Seat MDB) to integrate seats/suites, check interferences, and deliver clear installation definitions to manufacturing. You'll assist engineers, rotate through key workflows, and build practical experience with ENOVIA/PLM and supplier/electrical drawing reviews. You will observe engineering and design activities associated with certifying Boeing commercial aircraft.
All interns have opportunities to attend events, participate in site visits, take part in development days, and join the Early Careers community. By gaining diverse experience and building a strong network, we want interns to get as much as possible from their time with us.
At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you'll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.
Starting in July 2026, we offer 6 months meaningful placements that benefit the business and the individual.
Throughout the internship program, we provide learning and development to help prepare for the next stage of your career.
Location: Kurtkoy Teknopark (Istanbul)
Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills; collaborative team mindset.
• Exposure to any 3D CAD (CATIA V5 preferred) via coursework or projects.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus for detail
• Strong attention to detail; willingness to learn PLM practices and follow documented processes.
• Curious about aircraft interiors/seat integration and eager to learn.
• Positive, self-starter attitude with strong follow-through.
• Integrity and professionalism in all work.
• Goal- and results-driven; delivers on commitments.
• Customer-focused, attentive to user and manufacturing needs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Studied for a relevant degree preferably Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering
• Students graduated with a GPA:3.0 and higher.

Relocation:
This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Work Authorization:
This requisition is for a locally hired position in Türkiye. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in Türkiye. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labor sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 20, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (Türkiye)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.