Stage - Automne 2026 - Conception D’aérostructures Et De Systèmes / Internship - Fall 2026 – Airframe & Systems Design

Internship Opportunity at Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world's largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada's Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continue to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Internship dates: August 31st to December 18th, 2026.

Location: The position is based at our PL-1 (R&D) Longueuil, QC location; internship from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

Part of P&WC Flight Operations, the Airframe & Systems Design group is responsible for all the engineering and design for the company's 2 Boeing 747 FTBs (Flight Test Beds).

Whether you are currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree, we can help you harness your potential, advance your skills and make the impossible a reality. If you are currently enrolled in a Canadian university, now is the moment to start a career path that can drive impact and innovation for generations to come.

What your day to day will look like:

Aerospace Design:

Responsible for producing the design (CAD) of structure or systems related to engine test installations and aircraft modifications on the experimental PWC flying test bed aircrafts.

• Stimulating and creative aerospace experimental environment;
• Experienced Mentor available at all times (CATIA, Design, etc.);
• Design of experimental aircraft systems, structures and assemblies (machined part / sheet metal / additive manufacturing);
• Engineering department located on the Montreal-area south shore;
• Opportunity to visit and work at P&WC's Mirabel Aerospace Center (MAC) including the hangars for experimental Boeing 747SPs

Stress Analysis (optional):

If the intern is interested and the support is available; responsible for producing the stress analysis or integration of components and assemblies, including systems, which comprise engine test installations and aircraft modifications on the flying test bed aircraft. Tasks may include: Stress analysis (Hand calculation and FEM). Use of PATRAN and NASTRAN is optional. Loads generation. Systems model analysis.

What do you need to be successful?

• Be eligible to work in Canada
• Be enrolled in a Canadian university throughout your internship
• Be able to work on-site in the province where you are hired if applicable
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Good communication skills in French and English (spoken/written).

Although this position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a working knowledge of English to read and understand specialized instructions, plans, drawings and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and sometimes communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedom.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

RTX adhère aux principes d'égalité en matière de recrutement et d'embauche. Toutes les candidatures de postulants qualifiés seront examinées avec attention, sans distinction d'origine ethnique, de couleur, de religion, de genre, d'orientation ou d'identité sexuelle, d'origine nationale, d'âge, de handicap, de statut d'ancien combattant protégé ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.