Experience that goes beyond the classroom

“The LAI team were friendly and always willing to answer questions or help me through a process I was unfamiliar with, so that I always felt important and needed.”

“Because the company is a small business, there is room for sharing ideas and seeing them blossom.”

“Being able to get firsthand experience and learn beyond the classroom and books really prepared me for my future job.”

“Working at Lion Aerospace International has been nothing short of a pleasure. Chris and Janaina were informative, flexible, and instructive. I learned a variety of business techniques and technical skills within aerospace, while managing my time independently and working as part of a team. Any UWF student who becomes their intern will certainly learn a lot.”

“This internship taught me how to communicate with many different types of people, work in a timely fashion, and be a professional in an international market. The skills I learned helped me become a better student and worker. Chris was not only the owner of the company, but also a mentor and friend.”

“Working as an intern at Lion Aerospace International gave me many skills vital to being competitive in the workforce. I had flexibility in managing new projects and business development initiatives, and I was able to work closely with my supervisor and co-intern on ideas that could be implemented. I would recommend this position to anyone who is interested.”

“This is the place to be for a student who prefers one-on-one practical knowledge of how a business with international connections is run, improving Excel capabilities, and speaking with contacts across the United States. Questions are encouraged and answered clearly. For my first internship, I could not be happier about aligning myself with Lion Aerospace.”

“Working as an intern for Lion Aerospace International has been an amazing experience. I learned time management, international business programs such as Swiftpage, Act, and Excel, and the importance of client relationships and communication across diverse cultures. Through networking, I now know what career I wish to pursue.”

“Throughout my internship, I grew in many aspects and acquired skills I can apply in the workplace and in my personal life, including time management, personal development, and communication. I was trusted to work on important projects independently, which gave me valuable insight into what doing business really looks like. Students have so much to gain from this experience.”

“I would highly recommend this internship for other interns. Students learn about interacting with customers nationally and internationally, satisfying the needs of different customers, and understanding the work ethics of international business. Chris is a humble and understanding mentor who gives advice to help others improve.”

“My internship at Lion Aerospace International and King Aero Management taught me so much, from inventory, sales, and administration to importing and exporting goods nationally and internationally. I learned more during my time there than in many core business courses. Everyone treated me like a real coworker instead of a student, and I would highly recommend this internship for anyone.”