Applicant Information
Build real-world manufacturing experience through training and job site exposure in a paid, on-site, hands-on Student Development Program!
Have questions? Reach out to us at
mfgstudentdev@boeing.com
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MACHINING STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM @ BOEING HELENA
Dates
: June 19th to July 30th
Shifts
: 8 hours with 30 min lunch, 7AM to 3:30PM
Wages
: Students will be paid $18.28/hr. Returning students will be paid an additional $1/hr
What to Expect
:
This six-week program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive experience in machining -- including hands-on training, job shadowing, and career planning support.
Candidate Pre-requisites
:
> Be aged 17+ on June 19th, 2026
> Have completed at least Senior year of High School on June 19th, 2026
> Have machining training and/or experience
Resources
:
>
2024 Recap Video
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Montana - What Manufacturing Internship / Student Development Program are you applying for?
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Machining
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Please only
submit
ONE application
. Choose the program you are most interested in and eligible for.
If you do sub
m
it
multiple
applications, only your first application will be considered. If you have a technical issue or need to update your contact information, please email mfgstudentdev@boeing.com.
Letters of recommendation are not requested or
required
.
Please
share about your interest
s,
skills
and experiences
through your answers to
the
application questions and your resume.
All applications
submitted
before the deadline will be considered equally
;
earlier submissions are not given preference.
Due to privacy guidelines, it is our policy not to communicate with third parties such as parents/
guardians or instructors
about the status of your application.
For
general questions
about program
logistics
, they are welcome to reach out to
mfgstudentdev@boeing.com
Boeing is not able to access
documents shared from Google Docs
. Please be prepared to upload resumes that are either PDF
or Word Formatted.
Selection Process & Timeline
: You will hear if you shortlisted to participate in a virtual interview by early March. Interviewed candidates will learn if they are recommended, rejected or waitlisted by first week of April.
First Name
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Last Name
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Applicant Email
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Applicant Phone Number
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I have read and agree to the Applicant Privacy Policy linked below
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Applicant Privacy Policy:
https://www.boeing.com/careers/privacy-statement.page
I understand that if selected, I will not be employed directly by the The Boeing Company. My employer would be PDS Defense, and I will be contracted to The Boeing Company for the duration of the program.
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Yes
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Will you be able to provide a document that establishes authorization to be employed in the United States (Either original/official birth certificate or social security card)?
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This is a requirement for participation in the program.
Yes
Will you be able to provide a government photo ID that establishes your identity? (Passport, State Driving License or State ID Card)
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This is a requirement for participation in the program.
Yes
Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Yes
No, but I will be 18 by the start of the Program
No, but I will be 17 by the start of the Program
Name of Legal Guardian / Parent
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Email address of Legal Guardian / Parent
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Phone number of Legal Guardian / Parent
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Do you have any plans that would prevent you from attending days of the program, or timing conflicts?
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Students are permitted to request a planned absence for up to 3 days. The request MUST be made in advance of joining, and approval is dependent on which days of instruction they will miss - it is not guaranteed. Please tell us here about any planned absences you know you will need to request. If you are unsure, please tell us everything you know about your plans and we will reach out to you to discuss.
What are your post-graduation plans or goals and how would participation in this program help you in those goals?
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It's okay to say you are still exploring/ thinking about your future! If so - how would this program help you do that?
What courses have you taken, experience do you have, or extracurricular activities have you participated in that have prepared you for this program?
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Tell us about a time when you built, fixed or installed something. What tools and materials did you use? What did you do?
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Tell us about your experience and interest in CNC Machines
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School or College Name where you are building Manufacturing related skills (Type your school name to search)
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If you attend a High School Skill Center - please put your SKILL CENTER, rather than your primary school.
If you can't find your school name, please select 'OTHER - SCHOOL NOT LISTED' and then write the name of your school in the field below
If OTHER School or College, please write the name here:
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What is your current year of study?
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College Student
High School Senior
High School Junior
Graduation Year
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2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
Which of the below hands-on shop class style class(es) or club(s) have you participated in?
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Maritime Class / Club
Aviation Maintenance Class / Club
Construction Class / Club
Automotive Class / Club
Woodshop / Carpentry Class / Club
Metal Fabrication or Machining Class / Club
Welding Class / Club
Theater Set Building Class / Club
Building / Equipment Maintenance Class / Club
Agriculture Technology / Mechanical Systems Class / Club
Core Plus Aerospace Class
Other Aerospace Manufacturing Class / Club
Robotics Class / Club with hands-on fabrication / tool usage
OTHER
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If you chose OTHER, describe the hands-on shop class style class(es) or clubs you have participated in
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What is the name of your primary manufacturing or shop class instructor?
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What is the email address of your primary manufacturing or shop class instructor?
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What class or other activity do/did you take with this instructor?
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Military Branch of Service
--- If not applicable or you do not wish to volunteer this information, please skip this question.
Air Force and Air Force Reserve
Air National Guard
Army and Army Reserve
Army National Guard
Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve
Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserve
Navy and Navy Reserve
ROTC
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Do you attend school / college more than 54 miles away from Boeing Helena (3200 Skyway Dr, Helena, MT 59602)
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No
Yes
Maybe / Unsure
I understand that a 'Distance Bonus' to help cover costs of logistics and/or temporary housing near my assigned site may be available, and would be at the discretion of PDS Defense for selected participants
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Yes
I understand that if I am selected and am offered a 'Distance Bonus', it may be distributed as late as my last paycheck and the amount distributed will be taxed at approximately 35%. The amount I receive will be at least 35% less than what appears in the offer letter. It will be my own responsibility to plan for any logistics or temporary housing required for participation in the program.
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Yes
Resume Upload
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Please make sure you have updated your resume to include all your hands-on experience either assembling, maintaining, fabricating, fixing or building something. Mention any projects or maintenance experiences you have had working with tools - whether at school or college classes, in clubs, DIY at home, hobbies etc.
If you have taken manufacturing or maintenance related courses- please make sure you explain specifically what you are learning and doing in those classes.
Optionally
,
you are invited to share any additional documentation you feel would support your application.
For example, you could upload a Certificate or a relevant piece of work you've created etc.
Optional Additional Document - Slot 1
Optional Additional Document - Slot 2
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