Business Analyst

About the Role

Textron Aviation is seeking an Information Technology (Business Analyst) Intern for its 2027 summer internship program in Wichita, Kansas. This internship provides hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals on real business and technology projects while developing skills in business analysis, requirements management, process improvement, testing, and project support. Business Systems Analysts support core organizational functions and business processes by gathering, analyzing, validating, and documenting business requirements. Interns may gain exposure to areas including Business Intelligence, Customer Service, Digital Solutions, Engineering Systems & Product Development, Infrastructure, IT Resource Management, Project Management, and SAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze business data.
• Develop test scripts, test plans, and test scenarios.
• Support project management activities and provide project status updates.
• Collaborate with team members on business and IT projects.
• Participate in business process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with troubleshooting business and process-related issues.
• Provide internal functional interaction and support.
• Help gather, analyze, validate, and document business requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or another related technical field.
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Technical aptitude and relevant technical skills.
• Ability to quickly understand new concepts and adapt to unfamiliar tasks.
• Good business acumen and understanding of business processes.
• Ability to effectively manage time and organize priorities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Textron Aviation at the time of application.
• Must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship unless otherwise approved by the hiring manager.

Skills & Competencies

• Business data gathering and analysis
• Business requirements analysis
• Business process knowledge
• Business process improvement
• Test planning and test scenario development
• Test script development
• Project management support
• Troubleshooting
• Technical aptitude
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Business acumen
• Verbal and written communication
• Team collaboration
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Priority management
• Adaptability and ability to learn new concepts
• Professional and diplomatic communication

Education & Experience

Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Experience: This is an internship/co-op opportunity; prior professional experience is not specified as a requirement.

Work Arrangement & Schedule

• Location: Wichita, Kansas.
• Work arrangement: Onsite.
• Employment type: Internship / Co-Op.
• Schedule: Full-time, first shift.
• Summer internship duration: 10 weeks, typically from late May through early August.
• Expected schedule: 40 hours per week.
• Candidates must work onsite for the entire internship unless an alternative arrangement is approved by the hiring manager.
• Alternative work schedules may be available at select locations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid full-time 10-week summer internship.
• Prepaid internship stipend.
• Mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful project work and hands-on experience.
• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment.
• Alternative work schedules at select locations.