Aviation Security Intern

Federal Express Corporation; Tennessee; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

FedEx Corporation is offering a Summer 2027 Internship in Memphis, TN. The role requires 40 hours/week for a 10-week period (June 7 – August 13) and includes working on projects with engineers, exploring aviation security processes, and using AI to automate repetitive tasks.

You will develop a final presentation for FedEx Leadership detailing work performed and outcomes. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled or recent graduates with a 3.0+ GPA in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student or recent graduate (within 6 months) with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Preferred enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems or related quantitative discipline.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Participates on a team to research, present and deliver solutions that impact the business and customer experience.
• Attends networking and community service events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Develops a final presentation to FedEx Leadership summarizing work, results and lessons learned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

3.0 GPA or higher

Engineering/Math/CS quantitative field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Summer 2027 Internship:

• Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10 week program, June 7th - August 13th. Resumes should include the following information: email address, telephone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).

Immigration:

• Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note: sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances.

Job Description Summary:

• Works on projects gaining valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to intern's field of study.

Job Specific Information:

• Tour operations to learn about FedEx processes
• Find ways to improve Aviation Security processes and procedures
• Use AI to automate repetitive tasks like reporting
• Work on and complete specific projects with other Engineers
• Develop a presentation and present it at end of summer to FedEx Leadership on work completed, results achieved, and lessons learned.

Minimum Education

• Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Preferred enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems or other related quantitative discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and as a part of a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.
• Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Essential Functions:

• Participates on a team to research, present and deliver solutions that will have impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills:

• Problem Solving
• Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of AI
• Analytical Skills
• Good Communications Skills
• Industrial Engineering, Analytics or related analytical discipline preferred

Work/Domicile Location:

• This position will be onsite in Memphis, Tennessee.

Pay:

• Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an on site or hybrid internship or co-op experience.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)