Aircraft Operations Aviation Intern (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Aircraft Operations Aviation Intern to gain hands-on experience in corporate aviation. You will work under the Assistant Chief Pilot, supporting flight planning, operations, and scheduling while learning from experienced mentors.

The program targets students pursuing STEM degrees, with opportunities to contribute to safety, compliance, and customer service initiatives within a U.S.-based corporate flight environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in a STEM‑related field and actively enrolled through the duration of the internship session.
• Private Pilot Certificate.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Assist with domestic and international flight planning and operations.
• Support aircraft maintenance and servicing activities.
• Contribute to customer service initiatives to ensure a seamless experience.
• Participate in aircraft and crew scheduling processes.
• Assist with flight planning and related documentation.
• Gain exposure to safety management systems and their implementation.
• Learn about security protocols and compliance with IS-BAO standards.
• Perform various office duties and collaborate on special projects with team mentors.

Skills

Private Pilot Certificate

MS Office Suite

Programming experience

Education

STEM degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST GRANBY-200 ~ 200 Signature Way ~ OFFICE Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do Join our team as an Aircraft Operations Aviation Intern and gain hands‑on experience in the dynamic field of corporate aviation. Reporting directly to the Assistant Chief Pilot, you will work closely with experienced mentors to support a variety of projects and tasks. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about the operations of a corporate flight department and develop skills applicable to a career in aviation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with domestic and international flight planning and operations.
• Support aircraft maintenance and servicing activities.
• Contribute to customer service initiatives to ensure a seamless experience.
• Participate in aircraft and crew scheduling processes.
• Assist with flight planning and related documentation.
• Gain exposure to safety management systems and their implementation.
• Learn about security protocols and compliance with IS-BAO standards.
• Perform various office duties and collaborate on special projects with team mentors.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Currently pursuing a degree in a STEM‑related field and actively enrolled through the duration of the internship session.
• Private Pilot Certificate.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Instrument Rating.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Understanding of basic engineering concepts.
• Experience using programming languages.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX, we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits:

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
• This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Application Window:

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion:

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.