Summer 2027 - IEF - ODA Collegiate Intern

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Company-provided housing

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Collegiate networking event

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Savannah is offering a Summer 2027 internship in the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) program. You will work with airworthiness engineers to support certification planning, compliance documentation, and regulatory activities across Gulfstream development projects.

You will gain exposure to FAA processes, review certification artifacts, and collaborate with engineering, program management, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Completion of sophomore year is required prior to the internship start date.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
• Rotation Requirements: Juniors - 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students - 1 rotation.
• Minimum duration: 12 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).
• Must be onsite; this is not a remote position.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Perform certification planning, compliance documentation, issue resolution, and cross-functional coordination.
• Support laboratory and flight test certification activities to demonstrate aircraft compliance with FAA regulations.
• Assist certification engineers on Gulfstream development programs, FAA certification projects, and foreign validation activities.
• Review technical documentation and certification artifacts under supervision.
• Learn to apply regulatory requirements across the aircraft development lifecycle.
• Develop professional communication and project coordination skills.

Skills

Part 25 regulations

Aircraft systems

Communication skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Airworthiness Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Systems Engineering

Job description

Summer 2027 - IEF - ODA Collegiate Intern in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

About the Position

Join the team for a Summer 2027 internship with the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA)! Airworthiness Engineers in the ODA work closely with engineering, program management, and regulatory authorities to support aircraft certification and ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations and policies.

As an intern, you will gain exposure to the aircraft certification process and learn how regulatory requirements are applied throughout the development of new and modified aircraft. You will support certification planning, compliance documentation, issue resolution, and cross-functional coordination while contributing to laboratory and flight test certification activities that help demonstrate aircraft compliance with FAA regulations.

You will have opportunities to work with experienced certification engineers supporting Gulfstream aircraft development programs, FAA certification projects, and foreign validation activities.

What You'll Experience

• Exposure to FAA aircraft certification process
• Opportunity to work with multiple engineering disciplines
• Participation in regulatory compliance and certification activities
• Experience reviewing technical documentation and certification artifacts
• Strengthening technical communication and project coordination skills
• Building professional relationships and expanding your industry network

Program Structure

Juniors: Two rotations required
Seniors & Graduate Students: One rotation required

Typical Major(s):

• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Airworthiness Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Systems Engineering

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Part 25 regulations and guidance material
• General aircraft systems knowledge
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Technical writing and documentation review
• Ability to analyze complex technical information
• Project coordination and organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams

Hobbies / Interests:

• Aviation
• Pilot training or flight experience
• Aerospace organizations or student clubs
• Aircraft systems and operations
• STEM leadership activities
• Process improvement and problem solving

Preferred List of Classes Taken/Planned:

Any of the following:

• Aerospace or aviation law courses
• Aircraft Design
• Aircraft Systems
• Aerospace Regulations or Aviation Safety
• Systems Engineering
• Project Management
• Engineering Ethics
• Technical Communications
• Airworthiness Processes and Procedures

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Company-provided housing (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

Education and Experience Requirements

Position Purpose: Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:

1. Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
2. Completion of sophomore year is required prior to the internship start date.
3. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
4. Rotation Requirements: Juniors - 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students - 1 rotation.
5. Minimum duration: 12 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).
6. Must be onsite; this is not a remote position.
7. Must have reliable transportation.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Intern

Number of Openings: 1

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.