Aviation Maintenance Technician Intern - Summer 2025

Dealer.com

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Atlanta, GA, USA
USD 21.49-32.26 / hour
Posted 6+ months ago

Company

Cox Enterprises

Job Family Group

Business Operations

Job Profile

Intern – Functional

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $21.49 - $32.26/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Responsibilities:
The Cox Enterprises Aviation Maintenance Internship is a comprehensive program that will expose selected candidates to every facet of a modern-day corporate flight department. The internship is designed to further the experience of aviation students who are pursuing careers as maintenance technicians through hands-on experience at a top-tier business aviation maintenance facility. The aviation maintenance intern will report directly to a Technical Operations Manager as assigned by the Director of Technical Operations. Duties and responsibilities will vary on a day-to-day basis depending on the needs of the department and their sub-groups.
· Manuals, wiring diagrams, illustrated parts catalogs, etc.
· Understanding basic troubleshooting.
· Shadowing technicians while performing aircraft maintenance tasks.
· Reviewing Quality Control procedures.
· Fueling and defueling aircraft.
· Towing aircraft.
· Learning hand signals for marshalling aircraft.
· Operating ground support equipment (hydraulic mules, bead breakers, power carts, etc.).
· Installing aircraft databases.
· Researching Airworthiness Directives and aircraft Service Bulletins.
· Exposure to logbook entries and record keeping.
· Updating computerized maintenance tracking programs.
· Introductions to the Minimum Equipment List, Reduced Vertical Separation Minimums, and Flight Manuals.
Requirements:
· Where permitted by applicable law, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for this U.S. based job. (Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will be considered).
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Be at least 18 years of age.
· Authorized to work in the U.S.
· A recent graduate of or currently enrolled in a Part 147 school or accredited aviation program.
· Carry a minimum 2.5 GPA (for actively enrolled students).
· Submit a current resume.
· Provide one letter of recommendation from either a faculty member or aviation industry professional.
· Submit a 250-word, typed, double-spaced essay describing your interest in and goals for a career in the aviation maintenance field.
· Must complete and submit application to be considered.
· If selected – Candidate must complete and pass a background check and drug test.
Preferred Skills:
· Ability to effectively handle a dynamic work environment.
· Self-motivated, dependable, and enthusiastic.
· Strong written and oral communication skills.
· Able to work independently or collaboratively.
· Strategic thinking and analytical skills.
· Attention to detail.
· Strong organizational skills.
· Able to maintain effective working relationships with internal/external customers.

Benefits

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.