2027 Summer Intern - Continuous Improvement - Johnson City, TN

2027 Summer Intern - Continuous Improvement - Johnson City, TN

Description

As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

At Bell, a subsidiary of Textron, we dare to live on the edge of possibility. From supporting NASA’s first lunar mission to pioneering advanced tiltrotor systems, we redefine flight to make a real-world impact. Whether flying individuals to safety or protecting our troops, every team member at Bell is a part of something greater. It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Go beyond the impossible and join the Flight Club.

Day in the Life of a Continuous Improvement Intern

We are looking for curious, adaptable, and self-driven individuals with a passion to innovate. Bring your experience and ideas to help us ensure the growth of our company by supporting the manufacturing and creation of our aircraft. No matter where you are in the company you are critical to the success of Bell. As a Continuous Improvement Intern at Bell, you can expect to provide product support, identify process improvements and work with Bell’s manufacturing teams to deploy new solutions that allow greater operational efficiency. Responsibilities Include engaging in project-based work focused on continuous improvement initiatives. Complete activities as needed to satisfy management directives. Duties may vary depending upon placement within the organization.

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.

Why You’ll Love Interning at Textron

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

About Textron

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.

AI Readiness: 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.

Recruiting Timeline: 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.

EEO Statement

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.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc. Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Piney Flats Job Function: Engineering Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Relocation: Unavailable Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM Job Number: 343193