Corporate Aviation Intern
MassMutual Flight Department

Full Time, Windsor Locks, CT

The Opportunity

The summer internship program within the Aviation Department will provide exposure to all aspects of a corporate aviation flight department. The internship will provide a unique insight into the demands and tasks of each role in the department to include flight crews, scheduling, maintenance, safety management, and more. The goal of the summer internship program is to enhance the students educational experience and knowledge by providing meaningful experiences with practical real-world applications.

The Team

An integral part of the MassMutual Aviation Department, the Executive Travel team handles the scheduling of all corporate flights, corporate shuttles, and ground transportation. We are a department recognized by our corporate stakeholders, principals, customers, and business partners as "The Solution" for complex transportation requirements. The internship would be embedded within the Executive Travel team and coordinate with other departments as schedule permits.

The Impact:

• Exposure to scheduling flights in accordance with federal and internal regulations
• Enter and update corporate shuttle requests
• Schedule and update ground transportation reservations
• Arrange international landing permissions and customs arrangements
• Assist flight crew with their trip planning
• Shadow maintenance technicians during their daily tasks
• Participate in the MassMutual Safety Management System
• Duties assigned as required by the Director of Executive Travel

The Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Aviation Program from an accredited university
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future

The Ideal Qualifications

• Working toward or have obtained an FAA Dispatcher, A&P, or Pilot License preferred
• Previous exposure to a corporate aviation flight department
• Strong interest in all aspects of a corporate flight department
• Ability to become proficient in-flight scheduling software and reporting tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with detail orientation

Compensation

• $25.00/hr. USD
   

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular meetings with the Executive Travel Team
• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
• Access to mentorship opportunities
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

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Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.  Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.  For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.