Co-op with UPS!

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Flight Training Development Co-op with UPS.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position requires computer graphics and design skills for the Program Development Department in support of computer based training development projects. Will perform administrative duties to support content development and testing applications. Candidate will be able to draw, design, develop and publish graphical and multi-media content used to train UPS flight crews. Produce, manipulate, and format photos and graphics to meet customer requirements. Will combine graphics, photos, audio/video clips, text, and animations to produce computer based training content. Assist in gathering, analyzing, and reporting AQP data using various reports. Will also perform general office duties. Conduct Business Development tours of the Flight Training Center for current and prospective customers. The hours are primarily Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Some evening and night hours will be worked. Candidate will start January 2008 and gain one year of practical experience.
Ideal candidate will possess the following:
  • Hold a private or commercial pilot license
  • Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative Grade Point Average
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  • Experience using Macromedia Flash, Corel Draw, or other drawing programs
  • Familiarity with HTML/web design
  • Ability to program in Action Script or Java and/or experience with XML
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Enrolled in an under-graduate Aviation, Business or Computer Science program
  • Experience writing in any of the following languages: Javascript, Actionscript, HTML, XML or C++
  • Designed and developed any Flash-based multimedia content
  • Experience in Corel Draw X3 and/or Adobe Illustrator
I was checking out the UPS website and I ran across this. I figure there's quite a few members here who are still in college and working on their pilot licenses. This could be a great opportunity for someone. Good luck!

https://ups.managehr.com/screening/professional/jobdetail.aspx?jobreqid=6665
 
I hate to hijack here but for the winter season, UPS hires peak season drivers through December 31st usually. It might be another VERY good way to get in with them if you ever think about applying to fly for them someday. I did it last year and had a blast making great money. They called me back again this year so I must have done well. Anyway, if I choose to fly there someday this should help put me over the top. Via Co-op or Peak Driver, you WANT to be in with this company.
 
I know two guys that did this co-op in college. One is now a FO with UPS and the other, last I heard, was a Horizon Captain. I think the co-op position pays, too, which is a nice change of pace. I think to be competitive for this position you need to exceed the minimum requirements by a good margin. It's a quite competitive spot... as is any internship I suppose.

For what it's worth, I did a similar internship at American while in college. Basically, you develop CBT and AQP materials for a specific fleet or department. This requires you to a) learn the systems of the aircraft, and b) learn how to use the software to make the material. It's tedious work. I assume the UPS deal would be similar... any graphics/programming/language skills you have will be put to use. And UPS will love you because this material takes quite a bit of time and thought to develop.

If it hasn't been changed by now, I developed the CBT training for the MD-80 Fire Detection/Suppression system for American :) Among other things, of course!
 
My graphic skills are on par with those of a 4 year old. So I don't think they'll like my stick figures.
 
I just interviewed for this job today as well as a Sim training aid. I think the CBT and AQP will be fantastic experience. If you get a chance look at the cover of flight training magazine. the intern jobs are great way to grease you way into a lot of places never thought of before.
 
Considering stability and pay especially, UPS is my top goal right now as far as flying. Cool opportunity for anyone looking ;)
 
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