MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide.  As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.   

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide.  Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.     

Intern – DAT Administrative & Process Support ​

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented intern to support the DAT organization with administrative, documentation, and process‑development tasks. This role contributes directly to improving shop readiness, process clarity, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is organized, hands‑on, and eager to learn how aerospace maintenance operations function.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

1. Documentation & Administrative Support

  • Develop and update work instructions, templates, and standard operating documents.
  • Assist in drafting and structuring processes and procedures for DAT workflows.
  • Support preparation and maintenance of controlled documentation in alignment with internal standards.
  • Help organize shared folders, document repositories, and visual management boards.

2. Process Development & Improvement

  • Participate in mapping and defining DAT process flows (e.g., work sequence steps, handovers, material flow).
  • Work closely with supervisors and technicians to capture actual processes and translate them into clear documentation.
  • Assist with continuous‑improvement activities, including identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions.

3. Shop Floor Support

  • Coordinate with Facilities, EHS, and Operations to help equip and organize the shop space, including furniture placement, layout planning, labeling, and workstation setup.
  • Support implementation of 5S and workplace organization activities.
  • Assist in tracking needs for tools, equipment, and consumables related to shop readiness.

4. Project Assistance

  • Support small improvement or setup projects (e.g., area readiness, workflow changes, onboarding materials).

Prepare summaries, presentations, and status updates when needed.

Required Skills/Abilities:  

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Strong written communication skills and ability to create structured documents.
  • High attention to detail and ability to follow technical information.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with shop-floor staff and leadership.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
  • Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
  • 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
  • Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
  • Annual Tuition Reimbursement
  • Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Passport and renewal compliance, and TSA reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program

Your Future at MTU Starts Here!

Ready to give your career a boost? Send us your complete application by listing your earliest possible start date.  We look forward to getting to know you. 

MTU Maintenance Dallas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

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