Intern, Facilities & Maintenance

StandardAero; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

StandardAero in Springfield is seeking a Facilities Maintenance intern to gain hands‑on industry experience within our MRO environment. You will work with our experienced teams on projects that cover environmental cost savings, electrical systems, plumbing, lighting controls, compressed air, and building HVAC.

This part‑time internship offers exposure to cross‑functional maintenance, collaboration with project teams, and development of practical skills while preparing for a career in aviation

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an HVAC trade/training program.
• Working knowledge of PCs and MS Office Suite.
• Minimum of 1 year of building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and practice of maintaining equipment, buildings, and facilities.
• Knowledge with hand and power tools.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be US Citizen due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Find opportunities and create/complete maintenance projects.
• Ensure site wide compliance of federal, state, and local environmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating and updating internal environmental policies.
• Other projects as assigned.

Job description

What's It Like At StandardAero

Collaboration, teamwork, and having each other's backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we'll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.

Job Description

Collaboration, teamwork, and having each other's backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we'll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.

StandardAero is seeking a motivated, eager, and innovative student to join our Facilities Maintenance Team.

We are looking for a total of 1 intern for approx 20-24 hours a week.

As a Facilities/Mainteance intern at StandardAero, you will gain hands‑on industry experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with our teams that raise the standard of excellence.

Over the course of your internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Partner with existing facilities project maintenance teams to support companywide facilities and maintenance in Springfield.
• You will work with experienced maintenance team on project types that involve environmental cost savings, electrical systems, plumbing, lighting controls, compressed air systems, and building HVAC.

What You'll Do

• Find opportunities and create/complete maintenance projects.
• Ensure site wide compliance of federal, state, and local environmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating and updating internal environmental policies.
• Other projects as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a formal HVAC trade/training program.
• Working knowledge of PCs and MS Office Suite.
• Minimum of 1 year of building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and practice of maintaining equipment, buildings, and facilities.
• Knowledge with hand and power tools.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be US Citizen due to government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of local and national fire, building, plumbing, and electrical codes.
• Preference given to LLCC/Springfield area trade/HVAC program students.

Salary:

Starting salary of $19.21hr

Actual pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.

#BIZAV

This internship provides a hands‑on learning environment in a professional MRO setting, with opportunities to cross‑train in airframe, supply, inspections, and engines. Develop your technical skills under the guidance of experienced professionals, preparing you for a successful career in aviation maintenance.

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning‑based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on‑the‑job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

About The Team

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.