Internship - Flight Ops; Flight Instructor

2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor)

Inspire the journey of flight in general aviation's most iconic aircraft by sharing experiences and expert product knowledge. Work as a flight instructor to design and create the best aviation experiences for our team and club members. Grow and develop professional and technical skills to utilize in your aviation career.

Embody Textron Aviation's values to complete our collective mission and achieve our vision. Act as a flight and ground school instructor for club members and interns. Conduct classroom instruction. Operate company and club aircraft within all applicable FAA and ICAO regulations. Maintain a thorough knowledge of appropriate aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment. Attends training as required. Perform office tasks such as but not limited to answering phones, processing member paperwork, and answering club members' questions.

Adhere to and support club's policies, procedures, guidelines, and responsibilities. Communicate with and ensure club personnel are aware of noteworthy issues. Always maintains safety as the prime consideration for all operations.

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field with sophomore status or higher. FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating and Single. FAA Second Class medical or better, with ability to obtain an FAA First Class medical. FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) and FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate (CFII) required. 200 hours PIC. 50 hours PIC in previous 12 months.

50 hours dual given. 25 hours night. 25 hours IMC. Multi-Engine Land. FAA Complex and High-performance endorsements. Previous classroom experience as a ground instructor. Familiarity with digital/glass flight decks. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.

This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals. Our benefits include:
Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend. Mentorship, training, and development opportunities. Real project work and hands-on experience. Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment. Alternative work schedules at select locations.

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.