Professional Resume Template for
Aerospace Engineer Intern
Valerie K. Chen
Atlanta, GA
(404) 555-0174
valerie.chen@email.com
linkedin.com/in/valerie-chen | github.com/valeriechen
Professional Summary
Systems-oriented Aerospace Engineer Intern with 2 years of internship and academic project experience designing, simulating, and validating flight structures and aerodynamic components. Proven capability in computer-aided design using SolidWorks and CATIA, finite element analysis (FEA) with ANSYS, and programming automated test scripts using MATLAB and Python. Successfully designed a UAV wing prototype that reduced drag by 11% and optimized winglet parameters to increase lift by 8%. Collaborative team contributor interface-aligned with structural and mechanical teams to ensure compliance with AIAA and AS9100 quality guidelines.
Work Experience
Aerospace Engineering Intern — Aerodyne Dynamics
Atlanta, GA | May 2025 – Present
- Created 3D CAD models of fuselage frame attachments using SolidWorks, decreasing total component weight by 7% while maintaining safety factors above 1.5 under maximum aerodynamic load.
- Performed finite element analysis (FEA) in ANSYS on composite wing panels, identifying 3 high-stress load concentrations and revising geometries to reduce peak stress by 14%.
- Wrote MATLAB scripts to automate processing of flight test telemetry data, reducing manual report compilation time by 8 hours per week and accelerating review cycles by 25%.
- Drafted 5 structural test procedures and technical specifications for laboratory shakers, aligning validation steps with AS9100 guidelines and ensuring 100% compliance.
Aerospace Design Intern — Sentinel Flight Systems
Marietta, GA | September 2024 – April 2025
- Conducted computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations on a miniature UAV winglet using ANSYS Fluent, optimizing airfoil parameters to improve lift-to-drag ratio by 9%.
- Assisted in the assembly and wind-tunnel testing of 4 scale-model aircraft wings, recording sensor telemetry and resolving 2 calibration offsets to ensure data integrity.
- Updated 40+ engineering drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) annotations, reducing prototype manufacturing error rates by 18% over a 6-month period.
- Collaborated with a 6-member engineering team to design a carbon-fiber payload mount, saving $12,000 in material costs through structural topology optimization.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering
Georgia Polytechnic University · Atlanta, GA · 2025
Skills
Aerodynamic modeling, Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), Finite element analysis (FEA), Computer-aided design (CAD), Wind-tunnel testing, GD&T, AS9100 standards, UAV design, SolidWorks, ANSYS Fluent, CATIA, MATLAB, Python, Microsoft Excel, Git, Jira
Projects
AIAA Design/Build/Fly UAV Project
Role: Lead Aerodynamics Designer
Tools: SolidWorks, ANSYS Fluent, MATLAB
Designed a custom fixed-wing UAV for the annual AIAA competition, achieving a 12% weight reduction and completing fabrication 3 weeks ahead of schedule.
Hybrid Rocket Engine Thrust Simulation
Role: Propulsion Simulation Lead
Tools: MATLAB, Simulink, ANSYS Fluent
Simulated fuel grain regression rates for a lab-scale rocket motor, improving peak thrust prediction accuracy by 15% compared to baseline physical models.
Certifications
- Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) (2024)
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) - Other Disciplines (2025)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Mandarin Chinese (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Aerospace workshop coordinator at local STEM camps (2024-present)
- Availability: Immediate
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Aerospace Engineer Intern
Job Market Insights
$45,000
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$70,000
Avg:
$58,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Aerospace Engineer Interns and entry-level engineering support professionals in the United States is projected to grow by 6% over the next decade. As aerospace contractors, commercial space startups, and defense agencies expand satellite networks and develop next-generation unmanned aerial systems (UAS), the need for interns who possess hands-on CAD and simulation skills remains high. Employers actively recruit interns to build a pipeline of future full-time engineers, especially those proficient in MATLAB, Python, and ANSYS, ensuring strong placement rates for top candidates.
6% growth over 10 years
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