2026 Internship - Customer Experience (events Associate)

2026 Internship - Customer Experience (Events Associate)

Reporting to the Manager of Global Events/Partnerships and based in Wichita, KS, the Trade Show and Events Associate Intern will assist and work with the supervisor to coordinate and support details surrounding Textron Aviation's presence at customer events, trade shows, & industry gatherings to ensure the Textron Aviation brand is properly represented.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works closely with all levels of the organization to ensure timely execution of events
• Plans, travels to, and implements trade shows domestically and internationally
• Negotiates on behalf of Textron Aviation with outside vendors to ensure the businesses' needs are met every time
• Organizes and maintains details pertaining to an event including travel and accommodation for senior leadership and other employees
• Interacts with customers and potential customers and handle their needs before, during and after an event
• Creates and implements pre- and post-event reports which include qualitative and quantitative data collected on-site, including event follow up with Sales staff to determine strengths and opportunities for future events

Qualifications:

Education/Experience: Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in: Marketing/Communications/Other related field

Qualifications: Basic knowledge and understanding of the Business Aviation Industry. Ability to work in a matrix environment. Ability to execute projects based on direction from multiple sources, while maintaining effective relationships. Effectively utilizes time and organizes priorities well. Demonstrated ability to lead and direct internal teams, external suppliers, and company leaders as it relates to the development and execution of specific marketing campaigns. Action oriented and seizes opportunities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.

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.

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.