Comair Internships: Flight Ops and Flight Safety

[Cherokee_Cruiser]

They're unpaid, but look at the benefits (I've bolded them).

These are advertised at http://www.comair.com/hr/other/

scroll down to the last two.

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Flight Safety Internship Opportunity (Unpaid) (Accepting Undergraduate Level Students Only)


Desired Majors:Aeronautical Science, Aviation Management, Aviation Safety

Status: Full-time: 40 hours per week. Occasional night or weekend work may be required.

Availability:Spring and Summer semester/quarter.
Broad scope of position:Assist with various flight safety-related investigative and reporting projects in the Corporate Safety & Compliance Department.

Major duties and Responsibilities:
Function daily as liaison between line pilots and corporate office in response to operational safety concerns.
Gathering and analyzing accident, incident and irregular operations information.
Conferring with appropriate governmental, corporate and contract personnel.
Monitoring established safety data collection/reporting procedures.
Drafting sundry safety-related reports and communications.
Gathering and analyzing flight operations information for the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).
Some business travel required.

Qualifications:
Junior of Senior standing in school. Minimum GPA of 2.8
Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
Possess sufficient aeronautical literacy to converse comfortable with pilots, aircraft technicians, airport employees, government agency representatives and air traffic controller.
Current airman certification is desired. Commercial multi-engine preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Must also have experience with Internet applications.
Ability to interact with internal and external customers of all levels.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision and direction.
Should be able to work on multiple assignments with strict deadlines.
Ability to handle highly confidential material appropriately.
Should be able to function effectively under pressure situations.
Should posses good analytical and problem solving skills
Time Commitment:
Must be available to work 1 quarter/1 semester Privileges

Limited Jump Seat Authorization/FAM flights
Simulator Usage
New Captain-In-Command course
Guaranteed Pilot Interview at Published Mins
CRJ 40/50/70 Systems Ground School
Crew Resource Management Class

**Specific functions, tasks, and requirements may vary or be added depending upon operational requirements.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and transcripts.

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Flight Operations Intern (Unpaid) (Accepting Undergraduate Level Students Only)


Desired Majors:Aeronautical Science, Aviation Management
Status: Full-time: 40 hours per week. Occasional night or weekend work may be required.

Availability: Spring and Summer semester/quarter.

Broad scope of position: Assist the Chief Pilots and Administrative Assistants to keep the CVG Chief Pilot Office running smoothly.

Major duties and Responsibilities:
Function daily as liaison between Chief Pilots Office and Corporate General office in response to concerns. Attend regular airline performance meetings to gather information on pilot and airline performance. Analyze information to assist the Chief Pilots in meeting performance goals. Review all pilot irregular operations reports and make suggestions to the Chief Pilot Staff.

Qualifications:
Junior of Senior standing in school. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
Possess sufficient aeronautical literacy to converse comfortable with pilots, aircraft technicians, airport employees, government agency representatives and air traffic controllers.
Current Airman Certificate Commerical, Instrument, Multi-engine rating preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft applications; Internet applications.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
Should be able to work on multiple assignments with strict deadlines.
Ability to handle highly confidential material appropriately.
Should be able to function effectively under pressure situations.
Time Commitment
Must be available to work 1 quarter/1 semester Privileges

Limited Jump Seat Authorization/FAM flights
Simulator Usage
New Captain-In-Command course
Guaranteed Pilot Interview at Published Mins
CRJ 40/50/70 Systems Ground School
Crew Resource Management Class

**Specific functions, tasks, and requirements may vary or be added depending upon operational requirements.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and transcripts.

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Now, here are some tips. I applied for both of these internships last fall, and screwed up the phone interview. (Don't be me if you get called)!

First: They REQUIRE that you have atleast a commercial (and preferably, instrument and ME ratings) for the Flight Operations internship.

I was not considered for the Flight Operations internship because of this, since I only have a PPL.

The Flight Safety internship is what I tried to get, and had the phone interview for. Blew it

Second: I have the name, email, and phone number of the HR person to contact for these internships. You won't find this info on the Comair website.

If you're serious about applying, PM me, and I'll send you the contact info for the HR person.

[WIPilot]

argggg makes me wish I didnt screw up so bad in my first year here at school...I have a 2.74 at last count =P hopefuly by the end of this semester it will be over 3 or really close though.

oh and just read your comment about needing your Comm. well that makes me fell a bit better =P should have that by the end of this semester also lol

[Cherokee_Cruiser]

Yeah, they ask questions pertaining to stuff like that during your phone screening.

Are you an undergrad. student?

Do you have at least a 3.0 GPA ?

etc. etc. to make sure you meet the requirements.

[kellwolf]

Hmmm. CFI and make money, or intern, make no money but get a foot in the door. I missed it. Did it say how long the intern ship is? I'm technically a distance learning senior with a GPA that qualifies....

[Cherokee_Cruiser]

It depends on the university you're attending... whether you're on a quarter/semester system. So, it's approximately 3 to 4 months in duration.

3-4 months without pay, yes. But you do get your foot in. They give a guaranteed interview at the published minimums, currently 1200TT 200ME. You'll work with the Chief Pilots, so unless you screw up during your internship, you're pretty much a shoe-in as long as the Chief Pilots are satisfied with you.

[WIPilot]

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It depends on the university you're attending... whether you're on a quarter/semester system. So, it's approximately 3 to 4 months in duration.

3-4 months without pay, yes. But you do get your foot in. They give a guaranteed interview at the published minimums, currently 1200TT 200ME. You'll work with the Chief Pilots, so unless you screw up during your internship, you're pretty much a shoe-in as long as the Chief Pilots are satisfied with you.

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Not only that but I think the possibilities of jump seating, the CRM class and the sim rides would be a great experience to have also.

[Cherokee_Cruiser]

For sure, without a doubt!

[JAM]

We had one of these interns in my ground school. Get this, she had to go to WORK after ground school! The company had her in GS from 0700-1400ish then send her to the office to work for a few hours! She had to study and take all the same tests we did. That was a lot of stuff! Anyway, I am sure she will have a job here when she gets her time, if she wants it.