Aviation Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Republic Airways; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Shadow departments

Professional development workshops

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Republic Airways invites students to join an engineering internship designed to sharpen skills and contribute to the engineering and maintenance teams at our Carmel, IN headquarters. The program offers mentorship, department shadowing, and professional development workshops, with hands-on exposure to aviation operations and facilities.

Interns work on projects across engineering data management, document reviews, and process improvements while gaining firsthand insight into airline operations

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Aeronautical Engineering Technology (AET) or related field with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a business group.
• Pursuing Airframe and Powerplant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Create, adjust, and organize technical documents to assist a mentor.
• Consolidate and streamline information regarding engineering documents for maintenance crews.
• Analyze aircraft change requests for economic viability and fleet convenience.
• Attend meetings and vendor functions and assist in duties and projects.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

AET degree pursuit

Airframe & Powerplant Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category:Human ResourcesProgram Overview and Benefits : Republic Airways is proud to offer an internship program that prepares students for the workforce. While we provide resources to help interns sharpen skills and make meaningful contributions in their department, we also provide the following during the internships:Mentorship programAbility to shadow various departmentsProfessional development workshops and departmental information sessionsDirect exposure to aviation industry, facilities tours, etc.Additional opportunities to work with other interns directly on projectsRelocation assistance provided, if applicableCompetitive hourly payESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation s may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Create, adjust, and organize technical documents to assist a respective mentorConsolidate and streamline information regarding engineering documents to assist maintenance crew on the floorGather and condense information through company databa ses to deliver to the engineering/maintenance departmentAnalyze aircraft change requests for economic viability and fleet convenienceBrainstorm ways to improve operations within the engineering department, improve operations between other departments and increase efficiency between Headquarters and crews at Republic Airways bases.Create, update, or review engineering documents as assignedAttend meetings and vendor functionsAssist in duties, projects, and presentations as assignedEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEPursuing a bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Aeronautical Engineering Technology (AET) or related.Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scaleAdvanced Microsoft Office skills , specifically ExcelAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a business groupStrong analytical skillPursuing Airframe and Powerplant Certification.OTHER QUALIFICATIONSAbility to work onsite at our Carmel Headqua rters location, unless otherwise directed by hiring managerAbility to work up to 40 hours per week with a minimum of 20 hours for spring and fall internsEligible to work in the United States without sponsorshipLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents . Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community . Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables . Able to read and interpret technical, regulatory and contractual documentation . Able to maintain confidentiality.DECISION MAKINGMakes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction . Decisions often require some thought without established precedents or procedures . Decisions tend to be short term and usually of moderate cost . Able to work independently or as part of a team to drive results.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Able to move about the work environment .F requently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONSAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran AccommodationsAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.