Internship - Tool Engineer

2027 Internship - Tool Engineer

As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

In this position, interns will utilize and develop their basic knowledge of core manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering principles to design, analyze, and improve tooling methods. This opportunity enables an individual to grow and innovate while being able to experience a cross-functional work environment and implement new technologies in building world class aircraft.

Tool Engineering Design with emphasis on Ergonomics and Safety

Utilization of the latest, high technology tools to create Tool Engineering designs, NC Programming, composite fiber placement, Laser Projection, etc.

Leading/participating in cross-functional continuous improvement projects that enable both product and process improvements

Creation of Manufacturing Build and Tooling Plans for new aircraft

Develop manufacturing processes by modifying and designing new equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components

Observe and analyze current methods and processes for making recommendations on improving production quality, work simplification and cost reduction

Develop the most efficient ways to use people, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or service

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering Technology
• Robotics Technology
• Industrial Engineering
• Other related fields

A basic knowledge of core manufacturing, industrial or mechanical engineering principles

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong work ethic

Good analytics and problem-solving skills

Mechanical aptitude

Excellent organizational skills

Computer proficiency (MS Office, CAD software, FEA/FEM, etc.)

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.

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

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.