First Student is seeking eligible transitioning service members for our Military SkillBridge Fleet Technician Internship at our Fort Worth, TX maintenance shop. This structured internship provides hands-on exposure to civilian fleet maintenance, including preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, shop safety, work order documentation, and daily technician workflow.Participants will work alongside experienced First Student maintenance professionals while gaining real-world experience that can help translate military mechanical, maintenance, logistics, or technical skills into a civilian fleet technician career. This opportunity is designed for service members interested in diesel, fleet, school bus, or transportation maintenance and may provide a pathway to future full-time employment based on business needs, performance, and completion of the normal hiring process.Participation is subject to DoD SkillBridge eligibility, command approval, location availability, and shop readiness. Completion of the internship does not guarantee employment.

Military SkillBridge Fleet Technician Internship - Fort Worth, TXFirst Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America, with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces, carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.**Location:** Fort Worth, TX**Program Type:** DoD SkillBridge Internship**Employment Type:** Full-Time Internship / Military Transition Program**Duration:** Up to 6 months / based on approved SkillBridge timeline**Compensation:** This is a DoD SkillBridge opportunity for eligible transitioning service members. Participants generally remain active-duty service members and continue receiving military compensation and benefits during approved participation.About the RoleThe Military SkillBridge Fleet Technician Internship is designed to help eligible transitioning service members gain hands-on civilian fleet maintenance experience while exploring a potential career path with First Student.This opportunity is based at our Fort Worth maintenance shop and provides structured exposure to school bus fleet maintenance, safety inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, shop operations, documentation, and technician career expectations.During the internship, participants will work alongside experienced First Student maintenance professionals and receive guidance, mentorship, and real-world exposure to the daily operations of a transportation maintenance facility. The goal is to help service members translate military maintenance, logistics, mechanical, or technical experience into a civilian fleet technician career path.Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in structured fleet maintenance training and shop exposureSupport preventive maintenance and scheduled maintenance tasks under appropriate supervisionLearn First Student shop safety standards, maintenance procedures, and technician expectationsShadow experienced technicians during inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and service-related tasksGain exposure to school bus systems, diesel engines, brakes, steering, suspension, electrical systems, HVAC, driveline components, and special equipmentAssist with work order documentation, maintenance records, parts processes, inventory control, costing, and scheduling supportObserve and support safety inspections and fleet readiness activitiesLearn how maintenance supports safe, reliable student transportation and daily operationsFollow all shop safety rules, PPE requirements, attendance expectations, and professionalism standardsCommunicate regularly with the shop mentor, maintenance leadership, and recruiting contact regarding progress, questions, and next stepsParticipate in feedback conversations to evaluate skills, interests, readiness, and potential long-term fit for a full-time technician roleWhat You Will LearnCivilian fleet maintenance operations in a school transportation environmentPreventive maintenance and inspection processesBrake systems, diesel engines, steering, suspension, transmission, and drivetrain basicsElectrical, electronic, and diagnostic processesHVAC, body systems, and special equipment exposureShop safety, PPE expectations, and hazard awarenessWork order documentation and maintenance recordkeepingFleet readiness, maintenance planning, and technician workflowHow military mechanical or technical experience can translate into a civilian maintenance careerWhat Success Looks LikeYou show up consistently, communicate professionally, and follow shop expectationsYou demonstrate a strong safety mindset and willingness to learnYou actively engage with the mentor, technicians, and maintenance leadershipYou build understanding of preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, documentation, and repair workflowYou apply military technical, mechanical, logistics, or maintenance experience to a civilian fleet environmentYou receive positive feedback on reliability, aptitude, professionalism, and technician potentialYou leave the internship with a clearer understanding of civilian fleet maintenance and potential next steps after military serviceQualificationsMust be an eligible transitioning active-duty service member pursuing participation through the DoD SkillBridge programMust be able to receive command approval before beginning the internshipMust be within a realistic SkillBridge participation window based on military transition timelineMilitary maintenance, mechanical, technical, motor transport, wheeled vehicle, diesel, generator, aviation maintenance, logistics, or maintenance operations experience preferredStrong mechanical interest requiredInterest in pursuing a full-time fleet technician or diesel technician career after military service preferredValid driver’s license preferredCDL status or interest preferredAbility to follow safety procedures, shop rules, attendance expectations, and professional standardsAbility to work in a hands-on shop environment and learn from experienced techniciansStrong communication, reliability, problem-solving, and follow-up skillsMust be able to commute to the Fort Worth, TX maintenance shop for the approved internship schedulePhysical Requirements and Working ConditionsMust be able to work in a maintenance shop, vehicle yard, and transportation facility environmentAbility to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and move around buses and shop equipment as neededAbility to use tools, diagnostic equipment, computers, tablets, phones, and maintenance systems under appropriate supervisionAbility to follow PPE requirements and shop safety standardsExposure to vehicle maintenance environments, including noise, fumes, fluids, moving equipment, and changing temperaturesMay require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or positioning parts, tools, and equipment within safety guidelinesWork schedule will be determined based on SkillBridge approval, shop needs, and mentor availabilityWhy Join First StudentGain hands-on civilian fleet maintenance experience while transitioning from military serviceLearn from experienced technicians in a real transportation maintenance environmentBuild familiarity with school bus maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, documentation, and shop workflowExplore a potential full-time career path with First Student after military serviceApply military discipline, mechanical aptitude, and technical experience in a mission-driven civilian operationSupport safe, reliable transportation for students and communitiesBe part of a company with more than a century of transportation experience and a strong commitment to safetyNext StepsAfter applying or expressing interest, a First Student recruiter will review your military background, separation timeline, desired SkillBridge start date, location fit, maintenance experience, and command approval status.Qualified candidates may be connected with the Fort Worth maintenance team for a mutual-fit conversation to discuss the shop, schedule, mentor support, training experience, and potential career path.Important Program InformationParticipation in this opportunity is subject to SkillBridge eligibility, command approval, location availability, shop readiness, and business needs. This internship is intended to provide structured training and civilian work experience. Completion of the SkillBridge internship does not guarantee full-time employment with First Student. Any potential employment opportunity after completion would be handled through the normal hiring process.DisclaimerNothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this role at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.