Summer 2027 - IEF - ODA Collegiate Intern

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

 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

•             Housing stipend (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

Requisition Number: 235986

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Intern

Number of Openings: 1

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.

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