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Boeing Engineering & Technology Innovation Graduate Researcher Program, Applied Mathematician Intern

North Charleston, South Carolina Job ID JR2026523704 Category Business Role Type Onsite Post Date Sep. 08, 2026
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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.

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect,exploreand inspire. From the seabed to outer space,you’lllearn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.

Join our exclusiveGraduate Researcher Program (GRP)in Engineering & Technology Innovation (E&TI) during the Summerof 2027andyou can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world. E&TI isBoeing's global research and development team developing and implementing innovative technologies that make the impossible possible and enabling the future of aerospace. We are engineers and technicians, skilledscientistsand bold innovators. Join us and put your passion, determination, and skill to work building the future! #TheFutureIsBuiltHere #ChangeTheWorld

What isGraduateResearcherProgram?

The GRP (GraduateResearcherProgram) is aunique10-12 weekinternship programdesignedspecificallyfor students pursuing their PhD.GRP is a hybrid experience of real-world industry work experience combined with development programming that exposes students to Boeing, its products,servicesand its people. GRP focuses on deeply connecting students to their teamand Boeingthrough work experience across multiple summerswith thegoalofultimatelyofferinga full-time position at the conclusion of academic studiesif a mutual fit is achieved.  

HowGRPWorks:

GRP host teamspostintern requisitionsaligned with Boeing’s strategic needs, aiming to matchtheir needswith top PhD talent. Once candidates apply and are selected, they receive an offer to spend the following summer working with their host team. The program is designed to give interns meaningful, hands-on experience at Boeing, allowing them to apply their academicexpertisewhile contributing to real-world industry challenges and opportunities.

In addition toindustryworkexposure, students attend GRP programming tofurtherbroadentheir experience andknowledgeofBoeing. GRP programmingcomponentsinclude:mentorship in your field of study,weeklyFeatured Speaker Talks, a week-long in-personGRP Summit,participation in anInnovation Challenge,and other opportunities tointeract and build a professional networkwithother GRP students, Boeing team members,andBoeingleadership.

Please note: The work you do at Boeing can berelatedto your area ofstudy, butcannotcontributeor be used inyour PhD thesis.  

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking students who will havecompleted theirfirst year of studyin their PhD program by July 2027andare passionate about the aerospace industry and Boeing. GRP students excel at quicklyadapting to their roles, analyzing complex problems, and developing innovative solutions. They thrive in collaborative team environments andpossessexcellent communication skills.Above all, theyare driven to contribute to the success of their team, fellow GRP students, and Boeing.

2027GRP Position:

The Applied Mathematics group at Boeing is the company’s most concentrated community of mathematicians, driving innovation across the enterprise through advanced research, algorithm development, and technical consulting. 

As part of Engineering & Technology Innovation (E&TI), the team appliescutting‑edgemathematical methods—including geometry optimization, computational modeling, machine learning, and statistical analysis—to solve complex aerospace challenges and shape future capabilities. The Applied Mathematics team collaboratesacross multidisciplinary engineering domains, translatestheoretical concepts into robust algorithmic implementations, and influencesthe adoption of mathematical tools that enable safer, more efficient, and more advanced aerospace systems. 

The successful candidate will gainhands‑onexperience developing novel mathematical solutions, contributing to research proposals, and transitioning technical insights into impactful models, software, anddecision‑makingtools used across Boeing.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Job Related Information /BasicQualifications:

  • Completed the first year of PhD studies by July 2027

  • Ability to work full-time for 10-12 weeks during Summer 2027

  • Pursuing a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computational Science, Engineering, Data Science, MachineLearningor a closely related field

  • Strong background in statistics, numerical methods, and data analytics;demonstratedability to apply mathematical methods to real-world problems

  • Experience with designing and analyzing experiments or simulations, and with uncertainty quantification and probabilistic modeling

  • Proficiencyin programming for data analysis and scientific computing (e.g., Python, R, C/C++).

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Familiarity with software for scientific computing or simulation (e.g.,numpy/scipy,PyTorch/TensorFlow/ML frameworks, JAX, and/or domain-specific tools) is helpful but notrequired

  • Experience with building andvalidatingpredictive models, simulations, and data-analysis workflows with real-world aerospace datasets

  • Knowledge of uncertainty quantification methods (e.g., Bayesian inference, surrogate modeling, polynomial chaos, Gaussian processes)

  • Experience with high-performance computing, parallel processing, or scalable data pipelines.

  • Familiarity with optimization, decision analytics, and digital twin concepts

  • Experience with one or more of the following: statistics software (R), scientific computing libraries (NumPy/SciPy), and programming in Python or R

  • Exposure to multi-disciplinaryormulti-physicsmodeling is a plus but notrequired

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $84,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 09, 2026


Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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