About the role#
Northrop Grumman is hiring an Electrical Engineering Intern for the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division in Huntsville, Alabama. This is a full-time, paid summer internship for 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist Electrical Engineers with design reviews.
- Gain experience within the defense and space manufacturing sector.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university.
- Must be enrolled full-time for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Major in Electrical Engineering, Aeromechanical Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.70/4.0 or higher is preferred.
- Current active Secret Security Clearance or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, AL.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Travel: 10% of the time.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a defense and space manufacturing company founded in 1994. It operates globally and maintains a workforce of over 86,000 employees. The company focuses on areas including autonomous systems, cyber security, space, and logistics. Its headquarters are located in Falls Church, Virginia.
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