About the role#
Airbus is hiring interns for the Quality Assurance department at our Kinston, North Carolina facility for Summer 2027. This 10-12 week program offers students practical experience in the aviation manufacturing industry. You will work directly with a mentor to solve real-world problems while gaining exposure to the production of composite aerostructures for the Airbus A350 XWB.
What you'll do#
- Support the Quality team with projects involving lean manufacturing, process improvement, innovation, and six sigma.
- Learn and apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement processes.
- Update visual management schemes and metrics to support manufacturing operations.
- Document 5S scores, housekeeping audits, and foreign object debris (FOD) levels.
- Assist with compliance tasks and other assigned duties.
- Participate in facility tours and professional development activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for aerospace, engineering, or manufacturing.
- Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering majors are preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Familiarity with technical terms.
- Authorization to work in the US without current or future need for visa sponsorship.
- AutoCAD and VBA proficiency are preferred.
- Prior Airbus internship experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Kinston, NC.
- Candidates must be willing to live in the Kinston area during the term.
- This role requires daily use of computers, occasional lifting up to 10 lbs, and the ability to walk through office and production areas.
- Steel-toed shoes and other personal protective equipment are required for shop floor visits.
About Airbus
Airbus manufactures aircraft and aerospace components for commercial, defense, and space sectors. The company produces civil and military rotorcraft alongside airliners. It operates globally with a workforce exceeding 88,000 employees. The headquarters are located in Blagnac Cedex, France.
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