Summer 2026 Manufacturing Training Intern

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Job Description

 

Summary:
Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members. 

We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the U.S. During the interview process, we will discuss specific details regarding the team and location.

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Training Intern to support the development and delivery of training programs for aerospace manufacturing. The intern will assist the Training Manager and team in various aspects of training content development, scheduling, tracking, and administration. This internship is a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to manufacturing processes, adult learning principles, and training systems in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist in the creation and organization of training materials, including work instructions and presentations
• Support the scheduling and coordination of on-site training sessions for manufacturing employees
• Help track training attendance, certifications, and qualification data using training management systems (e.g., LMS)
• Collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to gather information and update training documentation
• Participate in the review and improvement of training content to ensure alignment with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100) and safety protocols
• Aid in the setup and facilitation of hands-on training sessions
• Observe and take notes during training sessions to provide feedback and assist with follow-up
• Support training evaluations and surveys to help measure training effectiveness
• Assist with general administrative duties related to training and development projects
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of training processes and documentation
• Other duties as assigned by the Training Manager

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Training & Development, Industrial Engineering, Human Resources, Education, or a related field
• Basic understanding of manufacturing environments or processes (through coursework or prior experience)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with or exposure to Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Interest in training, instructional design, or workforce development
• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards or safety procedures is a plus
• Enthusiasm for working in a manufacturing setting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing floor environments
• Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods

Special Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or hold asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
• Occasional travel within the U.S. may be required

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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