Internships in Aerospace / Defense in the USA

“2026 Summer Process Engineering Intern in Dallas, TX. 12-14 week paid internship. Collaborate with experienced engineers in Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems. Hands-on experience, dynamic work environment. Must be a Junior or Senior in Engineering with a 3.0 GPA. U.S. Citizenship required. Competitive salary and benefits.”

“2026 Summer Electrical Engineering Intern in Melbourne, FL. 12-14 week paid internship with DRS's Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers, work on FPGA circuits, MATLAB algorithms, and more. Competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic work environment. U.S. citizenship and DOD security clearance required.”

“2026 Intern - Mechanical Engineering - Structural Analysis - Onsite. U.S. citizenship required. Work with senior engineers on structural analysis tasks, perform analyses, peer reviews, and document results. Learn structural engineering in an innovative industry setting. Qualifications include pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, experience with Finite Element Analysis tools, and ability to obtain U.S. security clearance. Salary range: 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD.”

“2026 Summer/Fall Co-Op for Test Engineering Specialist in Andover, MA. Onsite role for U.S. citizens with active security clearance. Focus on manufacturing, electrical test engineering, and Six Sigma. Duration: July-December 2026. Compensation: up to 82,000 USD. Requires enrollment in electrical, computer, or systems engineering degree program.”

“2026 Summer Software Engineering Intern (Cooled) in Dallas, TX. 12-14 week paid internship with DRS's Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers, work on dynamic projects, and gain hands-on experience. Requirements include proficiency in C, C++, or C#, knowledge of data structures, and U.S. citizenship.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks an Engineer Intern in Azusa, CA for Summer 2026. Full-time STEM student required, preferably in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Duration is at least 10 weeks, with pay up to $40/hour. U.S. citizenship and security clearance required. Relocation assistance may be available.”

“Design Engineer Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2026) at Collins Aerospace in Haltom City, TX. Full-time, onsite role from June to December. Work on military landing gear for aircraft like F-35, T-7A, and C-17. Requires U.S. Person status and pursuit of a Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering. Salary range: $37,000 - $82,000 USD.”

“Internship at Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Engine Center for Supply Chain. Onsite role starting 8/17/2026. Focus on production issues, process development, cost reduction, and risk management. Requires enrollment in a Supply Chain degree program. Salary range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD. U.S. citizenship required.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks Hardware Engineers for a summer 2026 internship in San Diego, CA. The role supports F35 and/or F22 production and sustainment lines. Candidates must be full-time students in Electrical Engineering, available for 10+ weeks, and eligible for U.S. government security clearance. Preferred qualifications include a GPA of 3.0+, experience with test equipment, and familiarity with schematics. Pay ranges from $25.75 to $40.00 per hour based on degree level.”

“2026 Summer Electrical CCA Engineering Intern in Dallas, TX. 12-14 week paid internship with DRS's Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers, engage in projects from start to finish, and gain hands-on experience. Competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic work environment. Must be enrolled in an accredited engineering program with a 3.0 GPA. U.S. Citizenship required.”

“2026 Summer Mechanical Engineering Intern in Dallas, TX. 12-14 week paid internship with DRS's Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers, gain hands-on experience, and work on dynamic projects. Requirements: Junior/Senior Mechanical Engineering student with 3.0+ GPA, proficient in MS Office, and U.S. Citizenship required.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks a Cost & Schedule Control Intern in Redondo Beach, CA. The role involves cost control, budgeting, and schedule management. Requirements include full-time student status, U.S. citizenship, and majoring in relevant fields. Pay ranges from $23 to $35/hour. Duration is at least 10 weeks during summer 2026.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 12-week Power Electronics Internship in Spring 2026, paying $29/hour. Work on satellite hardware, design tests, prototype circuits, and debug designs. Requires a B.S. in electrical or computer engineering and interest in power electronics. Experience with Altium Designer, SPICE simulators, and Python is a plus. U.S. citizenship or residency required.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks a Business Development Intern for their Corporate Global Business Development Office in Falls Church, VA. The role involves supporting international industrial engagement and strategic partnerships. The internship lasts at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2026, with a compensation range of $15.25 to $42.25 per hour depending on the degree level. Candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program and available to work full-time.”

“2026 Summer FPGA Design Engineer Intern in Dallas, TX. 12-14 week internship with 9/80 schedule. Support FPGA development for Infrared Sensors and Systems. Requirements: Undergraduate or Master's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering, 3.0 GPA, U.S. Citizenship, and availability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks. Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.”

“2026 Intern - (COMPANY NAME) Receiver, Exciter & Processing Architecture Electrical Engineer Intern (Onsite). U.S. citizenship required for security clearance. Work on radar systems, receivers, exciters, and processing electronics. Bachelor's or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM major. Onsite role. Salary range: 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, and more.”

“Summer 2026 internship as a Data Recording Technician at Pratt & Whitney in Jupiter, FL. Onsite role for U.S. citizens, 24 hours/week from May to December. Compensation range: $37,000 - $82,000 USD. Collaborate with engineering teams, conduct installations, troubleshoot, and calibrate devices. Qualifications: enrolled in an Associates degree program with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Hands-on instrumentation skills preferred.”

“Project Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) at RTX in Phoenix, AZ. U.S. citizenship required. Work on aerospace and defense projects, hardware design, testing, and collaboration. Learn technical report creation, project management, and product life management. Salary range: $37,000 - $82,000. Relocation eligible.”

“Summer 2026 undergraduate internship in Arlington, VA, focusing on analytics and machine intelligence. Work on AI solutions for defense and intelligence communities, using Java, Python, or C++. U.S. citizenship required. Salary range: $42,000 - $88,000.”

“2026 Manufacturing Engineering Intern at (COMPANY NAME) in Richardson, TX. Design, control, and improve manufacturing processes. U.S. citizenship required. Bachelor's degree in progress. Salary range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD. Onsite role, no relocation assistance.”

“Tool Design Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) at RTX in Windsor Locks, CT. Design tooling for aircraft components, learn aerospace concepts, and collaborate with experts. Requires U.S. citizenship and pursuit of a Bachelor's degree. Compensation up to 82,000 USD.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 2026 Hardware Engineering Internship in Aurora, CO. The role involves mechanical drawings, monitoring shelter performance, and equipment installation. Candidates must be STEM students available full-time for 10 weeks, with U.S. citizenship required. Pay ranges from $20.50 to $46.75 per hour, with benefits and potential overtime.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks a 2026 Global Business Development Intern in Falls Church, VA. The role supports international growth strategies, market analysis, and executive decisions. Candidates should have an interest in global aerospace/defense, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency in data manipulation. Full-time work for at least 10 weeks during summer 2026 is required. Bachelor's and Master's degree students are eligible, with respective pay ranges of $18.50-$33.50 and $26.75-$42.25 per hour.”

“Plant Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) at RTX in Windsor Locks, CT. Support plant engineering, facilities maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades. Requires U.S. citizenship and a Bachelor's degree pursuit. Preferred qualifications include engineering degree, CAD experience, and manufacturing environment exposure. Onsite role with relocation eligibility. Salary range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 2026 Project Management Internship in Roy, UT. Full-time (40 hrs/week) for at least 10 weeks. Open to undergrad/grad students in related fields. Pay: $20-$24.25 (undergrad), $29-$30.50 (grad). U.S. citizenship required for security clearance. No relocation assistance.”

“Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) in Annapolis, MD. U.S. citizenship required. Develop software for GLOBALink aviation communication system. Full life-cycle development, team collaboration, and learning aviation industry standards. Salary range: 42,000 - 88,000 USD.”

“Internship at Pratt & Whitney for Summer 2026 in Production Engineering, focusing on Auxiliary Power Units and small Turbo Jets. Onsite role in Jupiter, FL. Requires U.S. citizenship. Compensation range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD. Open to engineering students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Experience with MS Office and CAD tools preferred. Relocation and benefits offered.”

“Summer 2026 internship in Agentic AI at RTX in East Hartford, CT. Focus on large language models, agentic AI, and reasoning models. Hybrid role, onsite primarily. Requires Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field with research experience. Salary range: $37,000 - $82,000 USD. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, and more.”

“2026 Cyber Software Engineer Intern at (COMPANY NAME) in Annapolis Junction, MD. Requires active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph. Full-time, 40 hours/week during summer 2026. Pay range: $20.50-$38.00/hour. Must be a STEM student with 3.0+ GPA, U.S. citizen, and enrolled full-time for fall 2026. No relocation assistance.”

“2026 Intern - Supply Chain Management Intern - Onsite (AZ). U.S. citizenship required for security clearance. Gain hands-on experience in Supply Chain Management, support Naval Power strategic business unit. Own a project, develop supply chain strategies. Must be enrolled in a related degree program. Salary range: 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. Onsite role in Tucson, AZ. No relocation assistance.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 10-week paid summer 2026 internship in Finance. Gain hands-on experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with teams. Develop skills in financial acumen, data analytics, and more. Open to students in Business or Engineering fields, graduating on or after August 2026. Compensation ranges up to $64,000. Relocation may be required.”

“Industrial Engineer Co-Op (Summer/Fall 2026) at RTX in Melbourne, FL. Onsite role for U.S. citizens. Focus on quality engineering, data analysis, and risk management in aerospace. Compensation range: $37,000 - $82,000. Hands-on experience in manufacturing quality, root cause analysis, and quality management systems. Requires pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.”

“RF Engineering Intern, Summer 2026 in Nashua, NH. 12-16 week internship with (COMPANY NAME) Electronic Systems. Design, develop, and test RF and Microwave components. Use tools like Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS. Competitive stipend, mentorship, and professional development. Requires Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering. Up to $68,993.”

“Procurement Intern position at (COMPANY NAME), assisting in supply chain activities, reporting, analytics, and supplier management. Part-time (10-15 hrs/week) during academic sessions, full-time (40 hrs/week) in summer. Part of the LEAP Internship Program. Requires degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business. Salary range: $25,584 - $34,528.”

“Summer 2026 Facilities Maintenance Intern at RTX in East Hartford, CT. Onsite role for U.S. citizens. Write process instructions, analyze data, manage CMMS, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Learn facilities management, project management, and data analysis. Requires a Bachelor's degree in related fields, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills. Salary range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD.”

“MMIC Modeling Intern at (COMPANY NAME) in Nashua, NH. Assist with characterization and modeling of GaN and GaAs transistors. Responsibilities include model extraction, test plan development, and high-frequency measurements. Full-time, summer internship with networking opportunities. Requires graduate degree in Electrical Engineering and relocation to NH. Preferred skills: Keysight's Advanced Design System, Python, semiconductor device physics. Salary range: $58,344 - $81,128.”

“Paid internship for a Learning & Development Intern at (COMPANY NAME) in Reston, VA. Develop training curriculum, create content, and design frameworks for training modules. Full-time, in-person role with a flexible 9/80 schedule. Requires a Secret security clearance and completion of junior year by Summer 2026. Salary range: $49,592 - $68,993.”

“(COMPANY NAME) Helicopters seeks a long-term intern for their Occupational Health & Safety team in Grand Prairie, TX. The role involves supporting safety programs, maintaining data sheets, and assisting with compliance. Candidates must be local, enrolled in a relevant college program, and authorized to work in the US. On-site, 20 hours/week, with no travel required.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 12-week, salaried Supplier Quality Engineer Associate internship for students with a bachelor's degree. The role involves solving quality issues with suppliers, implementing new processes, and supporting daily operations. Requirements include strong communication and organizational skills, and US citizenship or a green card. The base salary is $1,925 per week.”

“Business Process Intern role at (COMPANY NAME) DRS Naval Power Systems. Review and update SOPs, map workflows, engage stakeholders, and support pilot rollouts. Requires a bachelor's degree in related fields, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship required. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities.”

“Long-term internship in Procurement at (COMPANY NAME) Helicopters in Grand Prairie, TX or Columbus, MS. Support Data Management Group, strategic and operational procurement, SharePoint, and process improvement. Must be local, majoring in Business or related field, with data analytics and supply chain experience. On-site, full-time role with no visa sponsorship.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 12-week Technical Project Management Internship for summer 2026. The role involves supporting satellite projects, risk management, and stakeholder interactions. Requirements include a B.S. in aerospace engineering or equivalent, strong communication and organizational skills. Base pay is $29/hour. U.S. citizenship or equivalent status required.”

“2026 Summer/Fall Co-Op for Operations Engineering Specialist in Andover, MA. U.S. citizenship and security clearance required. Focus on manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, and project leadership. Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related fields. Duration: July-December 2026. Salary range: $37,000-$82,000. Onsite role with benefits.”

“Software Engineer Co-Op position at RTX for Summer and Fall 2026 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Onsite role focusing on avionics software development, agile methodology, and DO-178B/C standards. Requires a Bachelor's degree pursuit. Offers relocation eligibility and a salary range of $37,000-$82,000 USD.”

“RTX BBN Technologies seeks a graduate student for a summer internship in Arlington, VA. The role involves developing next-generation Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities, analyzing signal processing, optimization, and machine learning. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, pursuing a Master's or PhD in related fields, and have programming experience. The salary range is 42,000 USD - 88,000 USD.”

“Summer 2026 Process & Systems Transformation Global Trade Intern at RTX. Hybrid role in Farmington, CT. Support Global Trade compliance and ERP harmonization. Gain experience with ERP processes, system security, and digital capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams. Requirements: Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree in related fields, strong analytical skills, interest in enterprise systems. Salary range: 37,000 - 82,000 USD.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a paid, 12-week in-person Manufacturing Engineering Internship in Columbus, OH, starting Summer 2026. The role involves designing, testing, and documenting manufacturing processes for defense hardware. Candidates should be rising seniors in engineering or hard sciences, with an interest in manufacturing. U.S. Person status is required. The salary range is $30-$34 USD.”

“Human Resources Intern - Summer 2026 at (COMPANY NAME). Join the LEAP program, work on real-world projects, and gain experience in HR functions. Hybrid role in McLean, Virginia. Compensation range: $44,724 - $60,326. Open to Bachelor's or Master's students in HR or related fields.”

“(COMPANY NAME) is offering an onsite internship for an Electrical Engineer in Receiver, Exciter & Processing Architecture. The role involves developing, testing, and integrating electrical components for radar and communication systems. Requirements include pursuing a Bachelor's or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, with a preference for ABET accreditation and a 3.0 GPA. The salary range is 37,000 USD to 82,000 USD, with benefits and relocation eligibility. U.S. citizenship and security clearance are required.”

“Quality Engineering Summer Intern (Summer 2026) at Collins Aerospace, a (COMPANY NAME) Technologies company. Onsite role in Durham, NH. Supports Nadcap and AS9100 QMS adherence, conducts research, performs quality tasks, and implements quality control procedures. Requires U.S. citizenship and pursuit of a Bachelor's or advanced degree. Salary range: 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD.”