Soaring into the Future: Internship Opportunities at Boom Supersonic
Boom Supersonic is not just an aircraft startup; it's a transformative force in air travel, dedicated to crafting Overture, the world’s fastest airliner, optimized for speed, safety, and sustainability. For students eager to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in aviation, Boom Supersonic offers unparalleled internship opportunities. These internships provide a unique chance to work on real-world projects, collaborate with industry experts, and help shape the future of supersonic flight.
The Boom Internship Experience: Real Work, Real Impact
Interns at Boom are immediately immersed in "real stuff," actively participating in significant projects. This includes coordinating with propulsion, marketing, and policy teams to refine Overture and Symphony, Boom’s innovative engine. The company seeks individuals who are not only passionate about problem-solving but also driven to create innovative solutions, develop new designs, and collaborate effectively with others. As the 2019 marketing intern, I arrived at Boom with a background in travel journalism, nonprofit administration, and tourism advertising. During my tenure as an intern, I led multiple projects aimed at driving brand awareness, engagement, and championing the possibilities of a supersonic world.
The intern experience at Boom is an opportunity to help change the world and take part in something bigger than ourselves. More than anything, I valued this internship for the ability to work alongside and learn from brilliant practitioners and experts in their field. My coworkers have founded companies, built rocket ships, and led global expansion for billion-dollar brands. Their resumes bring them to near-celebrity status, yet they’re the most humble, patient, and welcoming people you’ll meet. As I transition back to school and look towards completing my master’s degree in business from the University of Colorado, I’m certain I will miss this hangar, the booming shop noises, and lifelong relationships I forged.
A Culture of Collaboration and Innovation
Boom’s work pace is quick, efficient, and collaborative. With the rollout and first flight of Boom’s supersonic demonstrator, XB-1, short on the horizon, today’s work pace is quick, efficient, and collaborative. The office energy is contagious and the excitement is palpable, even on those dreaded Monday mornings. In a world where exceeded expectations are the norm, interns are expected to work both independently and collaboratively, lead meetings, and provide educated recommendations on high profile projects. These tasks would be intimidating, if not for the overwhelming support and dependability of my department.
Students who tolerate hard work survive at Boom. But students with a passion for teamwork and hunger for challenges thrive. As a member of Boom’s largest summer intern class, I earned the privilege to work alongside some of the most creative, dynamic students I’ve met in my career. Engineering interns specializing in aerodynamics, systems or propulsion were challenged with not just identifying problems, but also solving and delivering solutions. Nikunj Majmudar, a propulsion intern, committed his summer to defining, creating, and executing the Airframe Mounted Accessory Drive (AMAD) dynamics functional checkout test, a process that will validate whether XB-1’s gearbox input shaft and mounts can survive conditions expected in flight. Much like my colleagues, no two days during my internship were the same. But, no matter how varied the work became, Boom’s priorities always rang true. Boom interns learn that the harder you work for something, the greater the feeling when you finally succeed.
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Internship Roles and Responsibilities
Boom Supersonic offers a variety of internship roles tailored to different academic backgrounds and interests. Here are a few examples:
Engine Systems Engineering Intern
As an Engine Systems Engineering Intern, you will:
- Support the design and development of engine subsystems, structural hardware, or manufacturing tooling and fixtures
- Contribute to CAD modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings to enable fabrication and assembly
- Assist in creating test plans, setting up instrumentation, and analyzing test data to validate designs
- Develop or improve workflows, automation scripts, or process documentation to streamline engineering and manufacturing activities
- Collaborate with design, propulsion, manufacturing, and test teams to deliver integrated hardware and systems
- Gain exposure to real-world engineering cycles-from concept to design, build, and test-on a supersonic aircraft program
- Communicate findings, progress, and recommendations clearly across cross-functional teams
Systems Engineering Intern
We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented intern to support our systems engineering team for Overture. In this position you can expect to apply interdisciplinary knowledge and systems engineering tools and methods to study, plan, design, develop and integrate products that meet customer needs within industry requirements. Our ideal candidate is excited to contribute to preliminary system routing designs and support the creation of systems engineering deliverables in alignment with the SAE ARP4754B process. Your attention to detail, curiosity, and willingness to learn make you a valuable contributor to both 3D design and structured systems processes. You will gain hands-on experience working on the Overture program, contributing to both 3D design and systems engineering activities. You will leverage cutting edge toolsets and the first ever Artificial Intelligence initiative for developing aircraft systems. 3D design will be based in the CATIA V6 platform to route various aircraft systems-such as Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS), hydraulics, and others-while also participating in the early stages of systems engineering design in alignment with the SAE ARP4754B guidelines.
Data Science Intern
As a Data Science Intern at Boom, you will:
- Craft data analysis tools in Python or MATLAB that tap into data coming out of tests systems
- Roll out real time data visualization components for our telemetry monitoring system
- Collaborate with engineers to streamline and scale data analyses
- Deploy ETL pipelines that wrangle, normalize, and structure data from heterogenous sources
- Help design and deploy data driven solutions such as anomaly detection systems, real time audio transcription, or predictive models
Aircraft Engineering Intern
As an Aircraft Engineering Intern, you will:
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- Contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of aircraft systems, structures, or flight sciences models
- Support CAD modeling, assemblies, and detailed drawings for system routing or structural hardware
- Perform preliminary analysis in areas such as aerodynamics, loads, dynamics, or structural performance
- Assist in creating engineering deliverables in alignment with industry standards and program requirements
- Analyze data from simulation, wind tunnel, or test activities to refine and validate models
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines-including propulsion, manufacturing, and test-to deliver integrated designs
- Gain exposure to the full engineering cycle: from early concepts through design, analysis, and testing
- Communicate findings and recommendations clearly in support of design reviews and program milestones
Software Engineer Intern
No engineer here wastes time on tasks a computer can do better. Whether it’s shrinking week-long CFD runs, automating control workflows, pulling data together from across disciplines, or developing embedded systems that keep engines running safely, you’ll see how software drives aerospace forward-and you’ll get hands-on experience building those solutions.
As a Software Engineer Intern, you will:
- Learn and contribute to projects using Python, Golang, Typescript, and systems languages like C++ or Rust
- Get hands-on with cloud services on AWS (S3, Batch, SQS, ECS, FSx, Lambda) and infrastructure-as-code tools like AWS CDK
- Build or improve React front-end tools to help engineers visualize and interact with their data
- Automate repetitive or error-prone workflows so engineers can focus on solving big problems
- Assist in developing and testing embedded control software for jet engine systems, including simulations and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments
- Contribute to code reviews, unit testing, documentation, and exposure to safety-critical software practices
- Work directly with aerospace engineers to understand their challenges and help design smarter, faster solutions
Ideal Candidate Profile
Boom Supersonic seeks passionate and talented students with backgrounds in data science, engineering, mathematics, or computer science. Generally, ideal candidates are one to two years from graduation with a Bachelor's or Master's degree. The company looks for individuals who are excited about problem-solving and passionate about the future of supersonic aircraft design.
Here's a breakdown of desired qualities for different roles:
Engine Systems Engineering Intern
- One year away from graduation in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
- Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals in mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, and materials
- Familiarity with CAD modeling and technical drawings (CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar)
- Coursework or project experience in one or more of the following: propulsion, manufacturing, test engineering, or mechanical design
- Clear communicator who thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments
- Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a hands-on setting
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ambition, complemented by effective collaboration skills in a team setting
- Excels in a high-energy, independent, and challenging work environment
Systems Engineering Intern
You see complex systems as puzzles waiting to be solved and thrive in environments where innovation meets precision. One year away from graduation in a bachelor or master degree program in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, software engineering, or similar program. Prior internship or hands-on project experience in aerospace, defense, or related high-tech industries. Hands on manufacturing or prototyping experience And one or more of the following: Experience in 3D modeling with industry standard software i.e. CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Electrical or Electronic circuit analysis or modeling experience
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Data Science Intern
- You see complex systems as puzzles waiting to be solved and thrive in environments where innovation meets precision
- One year away from graduation in a bachelor or master degree program in data science, engineering, mathematics, computer science, or similar program
- Data analysis or software skills: Python, MATLAB, JavaScript/Typescript
- Strong background in numerical computing or statistics
- Prior internship or hands-on project experience in aerospace, defense, or related high-tech industries
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ambition, complemented by effective collaboration skills in a team setting
- Excels in a high-energy, independent, and challenging work environment
Aircraft Engineering Intern
- One year away from graduation in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or Structural Engineering (or similar)
- Solid foundation in engineering fundamentals-mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, and dynamics
- Familiarity with CAD modeling and/or analysis tools (e.g., CATIA, MATLAB, Python, ANSYS, NASTRAN)
- Coursework or project experience in at least one of the following: Systems routing and integration Structural analysis or testing Aerodynamics, stability & control, or aircraft performance
- Clear communicator who thrives in cross-functional team environments
- Strong attention to detail and a curiosity to learn hands-on in a fast-paced setting
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ambition, complemented by effective collaboration skills in a team setting
- Excels in a high-energy, independent, and challenging work environment
Software Engineer Intern
- One year away from graduation in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or Structural Engineering (or similar)
- Strong coding experience in at least one language such as Python, Golang, Typescript, C, C++, or Rust
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and structured software development workflows
- Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, cross-disciplinary environments
- Detail-oriented, motivated, and excited to learn through hands-on software and data applications
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ambition, complemented by effective collaboration skills in a team setting
- Excels in a high-energy, independent, and challenging work environment
What Sets You Apart
While meeting the basic qualifications is essential, certain experiences and skills can make an applicant stand out:
- Prior internship or project experience in aerospace, automotive, or high-tech hardware development
- Hands-on experience with machining, prototyping, or manufacturing processes
- Exposure to data acquisition, embedded systems, or control software for testing
- Familiarity with GD&T, test instrumentation, or finite element analysis tools
- Passion for sustainable aviation and the future of high-speed flight
- Exposure to finite element analysis, CFD, or flight sciences modeling tools
- Hands-on lab, prototyping, or test experience in systems or structures
- A knack for automation-you see manual work and immediately think “could I script that?”
- Side projects, class projects, or a GitHub repo that show you can build useful tools
For Systems Engineering Intern:
Coursework or experience in one or more of the following: aircraft design, aircraft structures, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, vehicle dynamics or aerodynamic performance analysis, electrical circuit design and simulation, wind tunnel experience (data collection, model Building etc.) Familiarity with aircraft systems, controls, or avionics through coursework, personal projects, or prior internships. Experience managing requirements for an aircraft development or production program. Experience in a leadership role on at least one project, from concept to completion. Flying experience
For Data Science Intern:
Coursework or experience working with empirical experimental data, especially with quantitative or statistical analysis as well as data visualization. Experience applying data science techniques to these domains-such as modeling, simulation, or test data analysis-is highly valuable. Proficiency in data visualization - examples of where you’ve told a visual story with data. Experience working with Rust, Go, C++. Exposure to aircraft systems, controls, or avionics with an emphasis on data-driven analysis, modeling, or tool development. Experience in a leadership role on at least one project, from concept to completion. A portfolio, GitHub repo, or class projects that show you can deliver code and analyses that have had an impact on a project.
Internship Details
- Work Location: All internships are 100% onsite at Boom's headquarters located at 6803 S Tucson Way, Centennial, CO 80112.
- Internship Duration: Internships typically run from early June to mid-August, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules.
- Compensation: The hourly pay rate is \$30 per hour. In addition, Boom provides a housing allowance. Note that transportation and meal expenses are not covered.
- Deadline: All applications must be submitted by Monday, December 1st, 2025.
Important Information
Boom Supersonic is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Candidates should also be aware of ITAR regulations and requirements.
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