2027 Talent Development Internship

2027 Talent Development Internship

Description

Why This Internship

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.

What we offer

At Textron, we believe success is born from the contributions of each person, and we seek diverse individuals who bring rich experience, skill, talent and perspective to our team. Our human resources internship is a comprehensive 10-week program designed to engage students through access to project work, networking, and development opportunities. During the program, interns will be in a supportive learning environment contributing both independently and on a team. Students will gain valuable exposure to human resources as well as insight into a potential career path with a Fortune 500 company. This is a great opportunity for a creative and collaborative individual to join the Enterprise Talent Management team to learn more about the areas of learning & development, succession planning and performance management.

Competitive compensation is offered, including a housing stipend for eligible candidates. This requires the ability to relocate to Providence, Rhode Island for the duration of the program.

How you can contribute

• Support Talent Management projects & initiatives to drive Textron talent strategy and assist with developing creative solutions and suggesting potential alternatives to improve efficiency and timeliness
• Past Talent Development Interns have contributed to:
• Gaining a deeper level of insights into leadership program participants via data analysis and dashboarding to inform future nomination recommendations
• Creating developmentally focused eLearning "playlists" for employee development
• Implementing system improvements to aid employees in capturing their full experience history
• Auditing existing resources available to support employees & leaders in successfully executing on Textron's performance management process
• Protect and maintain the privacy of employee personnel records including, but not limited to, personal and compensation information about employees
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What you can bring

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Creative thinker who is self-motivated
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Eagerness to continuously learn and develop business acumen

How you can qualify

• Must be enrolled as a full-time college student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related degree program

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: Textron Inc.

Primary Location: US-Rhode Island-Providence

Job Function: Human Resources

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Internship / Co-Op

Shift: Compressed Work Week (9x80)

Job Posting: 09/10/2026, 10:32:52 AM

Job Number: 343057