About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in East Hartford, Connecticut. You will support Pratt & Whitney by working on engine component evaluation, materials development, and chemical process analysis for commercial and military jet engines. This position requires U.S. citizenship.
What you'll do#
- Perform mechanical testing and structural analysis.
- Develop structural software tools.
- Conduct metallurgical, chemical, and materials analysis.
- Evaluate inspection processes and coating properties.
- Document and analyze experimental data.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations.
- Draw conclusions and provide recommendations based on your findings.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM major.
- Actively enrolled through the end of the internship.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
- Experience with materials characterization and test methods.
- An interest in applied materials development.
- Prior experience with RTX is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: East Hartford, CT.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
About Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon Technologies operates within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The company functions as a public organization with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It focuses on scientific research and complex problem solving. The entity currently operates under the name RTX.
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