#InternAtBell | An Honest Look Working at Bell

What's it honestly like to be an intern at Bell? Hear from three summer interns in Fort Worth, Texas, as they work with cross-functional teams and reflect about their experiences.

________________________________________________________________

P1040554.JPG

Meet Nicole - Engineering

1. How would you describe a day in the life as an intern? My day at work is consistent, but still has enough variation to be exciting.  When I arrive in the mornings, I generally check my emails/calendar, and then start work on 3D modeling and other engineering projects. I do all the work that I can on my own and then go to my mentor for any questions I am stuck on.  I also think that it has been a good experience for me to make myself available for unique opportunities that come up, like being asked to go to the shop floor and see the parts being made.

 2. How would you describe the camaraderie between all the Bell interns?

The camaraderie between Bell interns is something special.  Starting at orientation, we have formed solid relationships as both colleagues and friends.  This made it a lot easier coming into Bell for work on the first day, knowing there is someone you know.  It has also been a great experience getting to know each other more through social events planned by Bell and ourselves.

3. What has been your favorite experience at Bell this Summer so far? My entire experience at Bell this summer has been great. The people are friendly, the work is meaningful, and I enjoy learning the constant opportunities to learn.  My favorite experience thus far has been working on modifying the design of a gearbox assembly I worked on last summer and seeing some of the parts that I had designed last year still being used.  It served as validation to me that the work I am doing this summer may end up on an aircraft someday, and that is a great feeling.

________________________________________________________________

P1040571.JPG

Meet Edward - Engineering

1. How have you been able to apply what you learned in your classes to your internship so far?

My time at Texas A&M has provided me with a wide array of skills that have been incredibly useful this summer. Particularly in my junior and senior level courses, I learned to attack problems from a variety of different perspectives to find the best approach, which has been incredibly beneficial. Additionally, this internship has provided me with the opportunity to synthesize the topics covered in a wide variety of my courses, and apply them towards a singular goal. Although I can’t go into specifics, one such project required the incorporation of facets of my dynamics, structures, and senior design courses, providing a very unique and enjoyable experience!

2. What has been your favorite experience at Bell this Summer so far?

There have been so many good experiences! If I had to pick just one, I would have to go with my first Friday here at Bell. My supervisor took me around to a variety of places on the main campus, teaching me about helicopter theory and how our program uses the discoveries of the past to push the envelope of what’s possible. Our tour culminated with a flight lesson in the Bell 505 helicopter simulator, before heading back to work. The experience provided not only useful knowledge, but instilled a strong desire to leave a lasting impact through my summer here at Bell. 

 

3. What is an interesting fact that people may not know about you?

I was in a Duke’s mayonnaise commercial when I was younger, and in two weeks I’ll be accomplishing a lifelong goal of completing my first Triathlon!

________________________________________________________________

P1040584.JPG

Meet Misha - Sales

1. How would you describe a day in the life as an intern?

A good mix of everything you would want out of an internship. Most of your day is spent working on your projects that were given to you at the beginning of the summer. For me, I’m working on eight different projects, and so juggling them is also a task of its own. Throughout the day, you get to experience random aspects of a full-time position, like various meetings and events. There is also part of my day I make time for mentorship. Reaching out and talking to someone who has had success in the field and position you want to be in has been very educational and beneficial.

2. How have you been able to apply what you learned in your classes to your internship so far?

My sales classes have been very helpful in gain. A lot of my projects require problem solving skills that I’ve gained through various classes at Texas A&M. I’ve also been able to see Supply Chain in works which utilized my various classes like “purchasing”, “manufacturer distributor relations” and even “distributor information and control systems.” Lastly, having the technical knowledge from “Fluid power transmission” and “Mechanical power transmission” were very helpful when learning helicopter fundamentals.

 

3. What is an interesting fact that people may not know about you?

I am a certified scuba diver.

About Bell

Thinking above and beyond is what we do. For more than 85 years, we’ve been reimagining the experience of flight – and where it can take us.

We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and to certify a commercial helicopter. We were a part of NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we’re defining the future of advanced air mobility.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas – as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., – we have strategic locations around the globe. And with nearly one quarter of our workforce having served, helping our military achieve their missions is a passion of ours.

Above all, our breakthrough innovations deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. Efficiently. Reliably. And always, with safety at the forefront.

About Textron

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements which may project revenues or describe strategies, goals, outlook or other non-historical matters; these statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, changes in aircraft delivery schedules or cancellations or deferrals of orders; our ability to keep pace with our competitors in the introduction of new products and upgrades with features and technologies desired by our customers; changes in government regulations or policies on the export and import of our products; volatility in the global economy or changes in worldwide political conditions that adversely impact demand for our products; volatility in interest rates or foreign exchange rates; and risks related to our international business, including establishing and maintaining facilities in locations around the world and relying on joint venture partners, subcontractors, suppliers, representatives, consultants and other business partners in connection with international business, including in emerging market countries.

You may also like