2027 Internship - Production Control & Logistics (Independence, KS)

2027 Internship - Production Control & Logistics (Independence, KS)

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.

Assist with maintaining system integrity of material requirements and replenishments, optimizing inventory levels, production capacity, and material management.

Following MDIs and Standard Work Instructions, performs a variety of analytical duties to determine material requirements and approve demand/supply for raw material, purchased and manufactured materials. Determines MRP policies and maintains inputs for material ordering and control. Releases replenishments and drives requirements through the MRP system. Utilizes bills of materials, master schedules, production schedules, after market forecasts, manufacturing planning, engineering information, and departmental guidelines to determine adequate material quantities for assurance of on time supply to the customer. Reviews engineering, engineering changes, planning and quality information for adjustment to production orders as required. Analyzes shortage information to determine cause and applies corrective action for long term shortage resolution. Coordinate frequently with PC&L, Tooling, Supply Chain, Operations, Master Scheduling, Engineering, Manufacturing Planning, and After Market to obtain and provide information. May require activities in support of shop floor control. May participate in area team walks and continuous improvement activities as required.

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in supply chain, management, or relative field. Professional and diplomatic demeanor. Strong sense of accountability and integrity. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects. Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment. Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office programs. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.

Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks. Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.