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High Country Aviation, Inc

SkillBridge Internship for Pilots - Internship Program

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
Online
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
Online · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Transportation and Material Moving, Business and Financial Operations, Other - Aviation
Target MOS/ratings
Generally, just fixed-wing pilots but some rotary-wing pilots may be accepted if they have sufficient fixed-wing experience. Some Navigators or NFOs may be accepted with sufficient pilot experience. RPA/UAV pilots must have extensive experience in manned aircraft. USAF: 11 series (NOTE: 11U must have extensive experience in manned aircraft). USA: 15A, 15B, 155A/E/F/G. USN: 131X. USMC: 75 series (RPA/UAV pilots must have extensive experience in manned aircraft).
Nearest installation
Kirtland AFB

About the program

To provide military pilots with the opportunity to earn the FAA certificates (ie licenses) required for successful civilian employment in the aviation industry. https://highcountryairservice.com/skillbridge-for-pilots

Jobs this program prepares you for

Corporate Pilot, Contract Pilot, Charter Pilot

Eligibility & prerequisites

Military rating as a fixed-wing pilot. Pilots of RPAs/UAVs must have extensive manned aircraft experience. Rotary-wing pilots with sufficient fixed-wing experience may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Navigators/CSOs/WSOs/NFOs with sufficient fixed-wing pilot experience may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Participants must be willing to submit the documents and applications required to be issued civilian certificates equivalent to their military certifications. Pilot internship participants must hold a military aeronautical rating (pilot, navigator, naval aviator, or naval flight officer).

Locations & contacts

How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ