Are you ready to kickstart your career with a summer internship that offers real-world experience and personal growth?

At Hexcel, we’re not just offering a typical internship; we're providing an immersive journey in the aerospace and defense industry where you’ll tackle exciting projects, network with industry leaders, and gain valuable skills. 

Join us and discover the difference a hands-on experience can make in shaping your future and where you can make a meaningful impact.

Our Salt Lake City, UT location is seeking a 2025 Summer Intern - Composites Applications Engineer

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

Layup panelsLayup complex shapesRun a press for compression molding.Cure parts in an oven for OOA and post-cures.Write up findings and keep records of work and tests performed.Analyze data from mechanical tests.Analyze microscopy samples.Assist engineers and scientists with research.

Qualifications:

Project and time managementPrevious lab work a plus (composites lab, testing lab)Ability to work around hot presses and ovens, upwards of 800°F and follow safety protocols.Detail oriented, thorough, complete projects you start, and orderly.Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with minimum of 2 years completed at an accredited college or university in a material science, aerospace, manufacturing, composites, or mechanical engineering degree.Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively.

Perks and Benefits:

10 week paid full-time position.Stipend will be provided for interns residing over 50 miles from location to assist with housing and transportation for eligible drivers (interns are responsible for any out of budget expense).Round-trip Airfare to and from location (outside of stipend)In-house Hexcel Intern Program Specialist available for logistics assistance/questions/concerns during entire internshipNetworking with cross-functional professionals and fellow internsAttend and participate in Lunch& Learn sessions featuring guest speakers and industry insights.Engage in volunteer events organized by the company, giving back to the community.

Eligible candidates must be a:  U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.