Boeing Internship | Pay: $89,000 | Check Role And Apply Now

Boeing is hiring interns for the position of Platform Cyber Intern under its Graduate Researcher Program for Summer 2026. Find out all the key details below and learn how to apply!

About Boeing

Boeing is one of the world’s leading aerospace companies, known for designing and manufacturing commercial jetliners, defense systems, and space technology. Headquartered in the United States, Boeing supports airlines, governments, and space agencies globally. Their mission is to connect, protect, and explore the frontiers of air, sea, and space. What sets Boeing apart is its commitment to groundbreaking R&D, and this internship is your gateway into one of the most respected innovation ecosystems in the aerospace world.

Internship Overview

• 📌 Position: Platform Cyber Intern

• 📍 Location: Fairfax, Virginia

• ⏱ Time Commitment: Full-time

This is part of Boeing’s prestigious Graduate Researcher Program (GRP) — tailored specifically for PhD students looking to apply academic expertise to real-world aerospace challenges. The GRP blends in-depth industry exposure with structured development experiences over multiple summers, with potential for full-time conversion.

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Platform Cyber Intern, you’ll be embedded within Boeing’s Technology Innovation team, working on projects that push the boundaries of aerospace cyber-defense. You’ll get to:

• Conduct cutting-edge research on cybersecurity for complex aerospace systems
• Collaborate with internal and university research teams on high-impact innovation
• Support security lifecycle efforts: from design to deployment and testing
• Help shape security standards with government and industry stakeholders
• Explore advanced areas such as anomaly detection, red teaming, and secure software engineering
• Contribute to projects that involve resilient hardware/software systems and anti-tamper solutions

This role is hands-on and influential—your work won’t sit in a file. It’ll shape Boeing’s future tech stack.

Qualifications & Eligibility

To be considered for this internship, candidates must meet the following:

• PhD student who has completed at least 1 year of doctoral studies by July 2026
• Pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Math, or related disciplines
• Strong understanding of software security, cyber-physical systems, or AI/ML applications in security
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Able to work on-site full-time during Summer 2026
• Must be eligible to obtain U.S. Security Clearance (required by federal regulations)

Preferred Skills:
• Experience in reverse engineering, anomaly detection, or embedded systems
• Familiarity with RF/electromagnetic technologies or cyber-electronic warfare concepts
• Agile software development or secure coding practices a plus

Benefits & Perks

Being part of Boeing’s GRP Internship goes beyond just a summer role — it’s a launchpad for future careers.

• Pay: Estimated $89,000/year equivalent
• Mentorship from top engineers and researchers
• Access to Boeing’s GRP Summit and Innovation Challenges
• Weekly speaker sessions and career development workshops
• Networking with Boeing leaders, GRP interns, and R&D teams
• Hands-on exposure to Boeing’s most advanced tech platforms
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates

Important Dates

• 🗓 Application Deadline: Apply ASAP

• 📅 Internship Start Date: Summer 2026

How to Apply