Intern - Mechanical Engineering & Automation

Based in Yeovil, this 12-month mechanical engineering and automation internship focuses on identifying automation opportunities, implementing IoT data collection systems, and using simulation models to optimize production line efficiency within Honeywell's aerospace manufacturing facilities.

Job Summary:

As a Mechanical Engineering & Automation Intern at Honeywell, in Yeovil, you will work with our Operations team in manufacturing engineering, working towards improving and optimising our current processes, using automation.  

This role is part of our University Relations program, designed to help students and recent graduates launch their careers with hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within Honeywell. This internship is set up for 12 months to cover a sandwich placement starting in Summer 2026, or a recent graduate, having graduated no earlier than 2025, with the possibility for a permanent opportunity at completion.  

Honeywell:

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are used on virtually every commercial, defense, and space aircraft. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer skies.

Safer, More Fuel-Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation. 

Key responsibilities:

You will work closely with experienced professionals, and be assigned a buddy, to gain hands-on experience within a friendly and supportive team to be trained to achieve the following: 

• Review manufacturing and engineering processes to identify automation opportunities

• Support implementation of data collection systems using IoT and industrial technologies

• Analyse machine performance, utilisation, and production flow to identify inefficiencies

• Assist in evaluating equipment performance and capacity improvements

• Develop and run simulation models to test process improvements and production scenarios

• Assess efficiency of production lines and propose optimisation initiatives

Key skills and qualifications:

• Currently studying a sandwich course degree, or graduated no earlier than 2025, in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, or similar with a passion for training and graduating in 2028

• Having studied mechanical engineering, automation or robotics as part of your degree

• Full right to work in the UK, without the need of sponsorship

• A passion for understanding data driven manufacturing processes, data-driven manufacturing, or Industry 4.0

• Exposure to automation, PLCs, or industrial control systems, this an be from your studies, work experience, or a hobby 

Qualifications

Our offer:

• Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.

• Skill Development: Access to training and certifications.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education.

• Tech and Innovation: Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments.

• Company Culture: Sense of community, team-building activities, and social events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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