Intern - Additive Manufacturing Process Development for Engines Applications

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Date: Apr 23, 2026

Location: Bristol, GB

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Job Summary

Are you passionate about aerospace, space science, and cutting-edge materials technology? Do you want to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world applications? This is your chance!

 

As an Intern in the Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing (AM) Process Develpoment for Engines Applications team at GKN Aerospace, you'll support the development and advancement of AM technologies for Aero-Engine and Space Product applications. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of aerospace and space exploration.

 

You will be working on-site at GKN’s Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Filton, Bristol. A £32m state of the art technology research and manufacturing process development facility which is a hub for world-class innovative technology for the next generation of fuel-efficient aircraft. It includes a collaborative space for research and development with universities, the UK’s CATAPULT network and GKN Aerospace’s UK supply chain, to help strengthen aerospace technology and support the UK’s Industrial strategy.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Apply your engineering and material science knowledge to a wide range of research activities.
  • Design products and test specimens, prepare AM build files, run simulations, and support product manufacturing.
  • Engage in hands-on lab work investigating material quality through optical and scanning electron microscopy.
  • Explore responsibilities from design and simulation to material characterisation, factory design, and developing software tools for data analysis.
  • Collaborate with UK’s leading minds in Additive Manufacturing and GKN teams across Europe.

What You'll Bring

We’re looking for curious, motivated, and aspiring engineers who want to make an impact in aerospace. 

Essential:

  • Currently studying an undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Material Science (or a related field).
  • Enthusiasm for additive manufacturing with an interest in aerospace or space science.
  • Experience with CAD packages (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, SolidWorks).

 

Desirable:

  • Hands-on manufacturing experience.
  • Coding and machine learning.

 

Personal Attributes

  • Strong Communication Skills.
  • Excellent Team Player.
  • Passion & Energy.
  • Execution.
  • Problem Solving.
 

What We'll Offer

We have two positions available for aspiring engineers to join our Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing teams on a year long placement for academic year 26/27. The expected start date is the middle of August 2026.

 

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in innovative aerospace projects, develop cutting-edge technologies, and gain experience that could define your career. If you’re a self-starter looking for a varied and challenging placement, we want to hear from you!

 

Kick-start your career in aerospace and become part of GKN’s additive manufacturing revolution. Apply now!