Quality Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

HEICO; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO's Capewell Aerial Systems in South Windsor, CT, is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in aerospace quality engineering and contribute to real business improvements.

Responsibilities include completing operational and project work, maintaining a safe work area, and presenting your learning outcomes to management at the end of the internship. This path may lead to full-time opportunities based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in a STEM field.
• Willingness to learn aerospace QA processes.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in aerospace quality engineering.
• Complete operational and project-based work.
• Present learning outcomes to management at internship end.

Skills

Quality engineering basics

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Pursuing STEM degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Quality Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

LOCATION: Capewell Aerial Systems –South Windsor, CT

What You Will Do

• Gain firsthand experience with the challenges of the aerospace industry and quality engineering, while contributing to meaningful business improvements.
• Complete operational tasks and project-based work.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Work cooperatively with other employees to meet department and company goals.
• Present your work and learning outcomes to management at the end of the internship.
• This internship also serves as a gateway to full-time employment, and we’re looking for students who are excited about continuing their journey with us after graduation. Full-time employment is not guaranteed and will depend on individual performance during the internship as well as the company’s evolving business needs.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform additional duties as directed by supervisors or management to support departmental and organizational objectives. This position requires personal protective equipment on the shop floor where all require safety glasses and composite toe safety shoes