**2025 Summer High School Intern \- \(Independence, KS\)** Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands\. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight\. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career\. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one\. Your success is our success\. **Description** What you can expect from your s ummer i nternship at Textron Aviation: Be prepared for a n internship that provides you with meaningful projects , opportunities to learn new skills, and the ability to explore future car eer fields\. This onsite , paid internship will be a commitment of up to 40 hours per week for the full semester \. What type s of opportunities you could have :   Every internship is unique \- and we have quite a few options to explore depending on what interests you\. Here is a list of available internship s for the upcoming summer: Aviation Maintenance : Ensure aircraft are safe and working well by p er form ing regular checks and repairs Business Management : Monitor and coordinate various parts of the company to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently Communication : Develop content for ou r different communication channels Customer Experience and Events : Ensure customers have a positive experience with our products and services Data Analytics : Collect, organize, and analyze data to assist in decision making Engineering : Use science and math to solve problems and create new solutions Finance : Assist the accounting team with data entry and financial analysis Flight Operations/ Pilot : Support pilots and dispatchers with their tasks and coordination Human Resources : Support business hiring, employee relations, and compensation Information Technology : D evelop databases and fix software problems Manufacturing : Read blueprints, w ork with sheet metal, machinery, and other various tools Marketing: Run marketing campaigns, create graphic designs, and practice project management Sales : Communicate effectively with customer s to sell Textron Aviation products What you need to be successful:   Must be a current high school student who is 16 years old If you are graduating in the coming May, you are still eligible to apply Familiar with navigating website application s such as Microsoft Office \(Word, Excel, PowerPoint\) Skills such as p roblem solving , organization , and communication \(verbal and written\) are helpful Why join us?    Your success is our success\. You are the future of aviation, and our goal is to provide an inspiring experience combined with valuable skills as you navigate your future career\. Your paid internship will provide valuable work experience along with activities to network, give back to the community, and gain soft skills that will put you ahead in your career\. **Qualifications** The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for this position\. Check out our K\-12 website to learn more about the program and opportunities available to you\. **Kansas Tax Credit:** Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years\. Visit https://www\.aircapitaloftheworld\.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit\. **EEO Statement** Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\. **Recruiting Company:** Textron Aviation **Primary Location:** US-Kansas-Independence **Job Function:** Manufacturing **Schedule:** Part-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Internship / Co-Op **Shift:** First Shift **Travel:** No **Relocation:** Unavailable **Job Posting:** 01/01/2025, 12:00:00 AM **Job Number:** 329411