About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for the Winter 2027 term, running from January 5 to August 27, 2027. You will work on-site at our facility in Longueuil, Quebec, supporting our materials engineering team with data management, testing, and project documentation.
What you'll do#
- Capture, document, and analyze microstructural images and test results.
- Support mechanical and materials testing, including sample preparation and lab measurements.
- Maintain and update materials databases with experimental and design data.
- Create workflows and documentation to manage database content.
- Collect and organize test data for database import.
- Conduct literature reviews to support materials analysis.
- Assist in designing and documenting material test plans for development and characterization.
- Support Project Engineers by tracking test documentation and hardware.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Canadian university throughout the internship.
- Eligibility to work in Canada and ability to work on-site in Quebec.
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English.
- Basic knowledge of materials science and engineering principles.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and hands-on laboratory experience.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Attention to detail when documenting experimental work.
- Experience with optical or electron microscopy, data management, and project management is an asset.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and obtain necessary clearances for handling controlled goods.
Location & details#
- Location: Longueuil, Quebec, Canada.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, on-site with flexible hours.
- Term: January 5, 2027, to August 27, 2027.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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