Aeronautical Engineer Internship - Summer 2027

FlightSafety International•Urbana, IL

6d•$18 - $24

About The Position

The Aeronautical Engineer Intern performs meaningful work alongside FlightSafety International professionals and gains insight into the company’s culture and business philosophy. This is a paid, 10-week internship running from June 1 through August 4, 2027, with an expectation of 40 hours per week. The internship involves rotating through divisions, contributing ideas and solutions to business-focused projects, engaging with customers or clients, and learning internal software systems. Employment may require compliance with export-control regulations and eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Requirements

Currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of application and include it on the resume.
Have fundamental knowledge of computer programs, techniques, and concepts relevant to the area of application.
Have a strong work ethic; be self-motivated, positive, and personable; and be able to develop relationships.
Have excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Be able to handle confidential information.
Meet applicable export-control requirements, including qualifying as a U.S. Person or otherwise being eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs, if required for access to export-controlled technology or services.
Be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment, if required.

Responsibilities

Understand the company’s overall concept, including its brand, customers, product goals, and other aspects of its service.
Rotate through divisions of responsibility and provide ideas to grow and improve the business.
Accept designated business-focused projects, research and propose ideas and solutions, and present a final project during the internship.
Engage with customers or clients and provide service and/or sales.
Suggest improvements to customer service and internal processes to management.
Learn and become proficient in internal software systems.