2027 Summer Intern - Continuous Improvement - Johnson City, TN

Qualifications: What You Will Need Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in industrial engineering (preferred) or mechanical required. Minimum 60 college credit hours completed by the start of the internship (June 1st, 2026) or prior Bell internship experience. Able to complete the entire 10 weeks of the internship: June 1– August 7, 2026. 3.0 GPA preferred What Will Make You Stand Out Knowledge using Computer Aided Design through school or previous experience. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. Willingness to learn, self-motivate, and develop real skills that can be applied to future opportunities. A passion for working hands on with materials. Previous experience with automotive, aerospace, or transportation companies. Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and organizational skills. This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include: Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend Mentorship, training, and development opportunities Real project work and hands-on experience Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment Alternative work schedules at select locations Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment. Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit. Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.