FAA Gateways Internship – Apply by Feb 27, 2026!
FAA Gateways Internship – Apply by Feb 27, 2026!
We are excited to share an incredible opportunity for your students to join the Federal Aviation Administration’s Gateways Internship Program. This a mission‑driven initiative that empowers the next generation of professionals to contribute to the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
The application deadline is February 27, 2026; encourage students to apply today!
Internship SnapshotStart Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: August 7, 2026 (with potential extension)
Appointment: Not to Exceed (NTE) 2 months
Location: Multiple FAA offices nationwide (not remote; teleworker may be authorized at manager discretion)
Fields of Focus:
- Opportunities are available for students across multiple disciplines:Accounting / Finance
- Aviation
- Human Resource Management
- Computer Science / Cybersecurity
- Communication
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Law
- Policy
- Mathematics / Statistics
- Other related fields of study
Why This Matters for Students
FAA internship participants will:
- Work alongside industry‑leading experts
- Gain real‑world experience in aerospace operations, policy, and technology
- Engage with FAA Regional Facilities
- Meet executive leadership, tour FAA facilities, and enjoy hands‑on aerospace experiences
- Build connections and potentially transition into long‑term FAA careers (no guarantee, but eligible if criteria are met)
- Eligibility HighlightsU.S. Citizenship required
- Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Must live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
- Must meet the definition of a student with proof of enrollment
- Successful completion of a background investigation required
- Official transcripts required before start date
Any Questions contact
Carol Stauffer
Central Region (KS, IA, MO, NE) Regional Program Analyst,
Aviation and Space Education
Federal Aviation Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation
W# 816-329-3052 C# 202-802-8204