About the position
The Summer 2025 Human Factors Intern position at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is designed for students actively pursuing a degree in fields such as Psychology, Human Factors, Engineering Psychology, or Industrial Engineering. This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on projects that are both technically challenging and educationally stimulating. Interns will work closely with multidisciplinary design teams to perform trade studies on system design concepts, providing recommendations based on human factors requirements. The role involves assisting in the design of part task simulation evaluations, utilizing software and physical mockups, and applying predictive modeling tools to define detailed design requirements. Interns will collaborate with Human Factors Engineers to select and apply appropriate anthropometric modeling tools for design concept analysis. They will also be responsible for preparing and executing part task and simulator plans that utilize various data measurement techniques, including rating scales and performance measurement calculations. Documentation of evaluations in final engineering reports and assisting with the validation and verification of requirements are key components of this role. Interns will utilize industry and regulatory design guidance to support various design aspects, ensuring compliance with established standards. This internship requires a commitment of 40 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks during the summer months, specifically from May/June to August/September 2025. Candidates must have reliable transportation and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 throughout the internship. The position is open to undergraduate, master's, and PhD candidates, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking professional experience in an engineering environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams.
- Assist in the design of part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
- Work with a Human Factors Engineer to provide project recommendations in selecting and applying appropriate anthropometric modeling tools to design concept analysis.
- Assist in the preparation, development, and execution of part task and/or simulator plans that utilize data measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance measurement calculations.
- Document evaluations in final engineering reports.
- Assist with validation and verification of requirements.
- Utilize industry and/or regulatory committee design guidance and/or regulations to support design aspects.
Requirements
- Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Psychology, Human Factors, Engineering Psychology, Industrial Engineering, or a related degree.
- Experience with basic research methods and use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
- Ability to convey technical and non-technical concepts clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA at the time of application, which must be maintained throughout the internship.
Nice-to-haves
- A passion for aviation/aerospace.
- Experience with advanced task analysis methods.
- Experience with biomechanics and time study theories.
- Experience with sensation and perception research.
- Experience with simulation software (e.g., CATIA V5 Human Builder, 3DSSPP, iData).
- Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS).
- Flying experience (e.g., PPL, CPL, ATP).
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in a leading aerospace company.
- Opportunity to work with experienced professionals in the field.
- Potential for networking and mentorship opportunities within the company.
