Aerospace TechOps Intern: Real Projects & Travel Perks

United Airlines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Flight privileges

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

United Airlines invites aspiring engineers to join its Technical Operations internship, offering hands-on experience on real projects across multiple engineering disciplines. Roles may place interns in Houston, Chicago, or San Francisco, with paid internships and potential for course credit depending on university guidelines.

Interns work closely with experienced TO professionals on tasks such as data analysis, cost reviews, and process optimization, while gaining exposure to regulatory

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering degree (Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical/Industrial) or related field.
• Minimum of 12 semester hours of core degree coursework.
• Rising junior when internship begins.
• Available for 10–12 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Willing to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Support aircraft engineering projects with TO professionals.
• Assist with cost analysis on projects and data extraction.
• Review manufacturer bulletins and regulatory requirements for aircraft.
• Contribute to data-based modeling, forecasting and trend analysis.
• Potential placements include Line & Base Engineering, Avionics, Powerplant, Fleet Management.

Skills

Generative AI knowledge

Education

Pursuing Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related

Job description

United Airlines invites aspiring engineers to join its Technical Operations internship, offering hands-on experience on real projects across multiple engineering disciplines. Roles may place interns in Houston, Chicago, or San Francisco, with paid internships and potential for course credit depending on university guidelines.

Interns work closely with experienced TO professionals on tasks such as data analysis, cost reviews, and process optimization, while gaining exposure to regulatory