About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in East Hartford, Connecticut. You will work on-site as part of the mechanical systems design team. This position requires U.S. citizenship.
What you'll do#
- Create and modify mechanical designs to meet specific project requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions.
- Support build and teardown activities to ensure designs are implemented correctly.
- Use engineering drawings and follow written or verbal instructions.
- Apply CAD software skills to develop models and drawings.
- Work with engineering teams to ensure project success.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field, continuing through the end of the internship.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Experience with Unigraphics NX or similar CAD tools.
- Ability to read engineering drawings.
- Experience with the design or modeling of mechanical components.
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods such as machining, casting, or forging.
- Ability to independently execute multiple tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: East Hartford, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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