2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor)
Textron Aviation
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Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kansas is offering a 2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor). You will design and deliver flight and ground instruction, guiding members and interns through practical and classroom sessions to grow professional and technical aviation skills.
The role emphasizes hands-on flight operations, adherence to FAA/ICAO rules, and mentorship within a supportive team. Summer internship lasts 10 weeks, with a prepaid stipend and real project experience to advance your
Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field.
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating and Single engine.
- FAA Second Class medical or better (able to obtain First Class).
- FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) and CFII.
- Minimum 200 hours PIC.
- Minimum 50 hours PIC in previous 12 months.
- 50 hours dual given; 25 hours night; 25 hours IMC; Multi-Engine Land; Complex and High-performance endorsements.
- Previous classroom experience as a ground instructor.
- Familiarity with digital/glass flight decks.
Responsibilities
- 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 FAA/ICAO regulations.
- Maintain knowledge of aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment.
- Attend training as required.
- Perform office tasks and answer inquiries.
- Adhere to club policies and procedures.
- Communicate with club personnel about issues.
- Maintain safety as the primary consideration in all operations.
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Job description
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.
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. Complies with all regulations and local operating procedures.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of appropriate aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment.
- Attends training as required.
- Performs 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.
Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks.
Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
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.
- 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 expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.
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.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co-Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Job Number: 342074
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