Engineering Support Intern

Date Posted:

2026-04-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-CAMBRIDGE-BBN06 ~ 10 & 50 Moulton St ~ MOULTON B6

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join our RTX BBN Team:

RTX BBN Technologies' Cambridge, MA office has a short-term need for an intern to support technical staff.

At BBN, we offer an exciting and collaborative workplace. If you enjoy a collegial environment that emphasizes innovation, teamwork, and technical excellence, we'd like to hear from you! We value creativity and initiative. As an intern, you'll work independently and side by side with our team.

What You Will Do

During this 4-week internship, you will learn about several areas including artificial intelligence, machine learning, autonomy, cyber security, supercomputing, imaging and computer vision, decision support, biotechnology and applied biosciences. You will also participate in a variety of technical support activities during your assignment. You will also get exposure to rudimentary research to include software development, prototype development, test and evaluation, documentation and project management.

What You Will Do:

You will experience what it is like to work in a world class research and development environment.

You will learn about development of ground-breaking technology.

You will learn from some of the world’s premier researchers and technical staff.

You will fulfill your scientific curiosity and entrepreneurial drive.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be recent a high school graduate registered for college by the time the assignment begins in the summer of 2026.
• Minimum high school grade point average of 3.0.
• Coursework in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
• U.S. person or the ability to obtain an Export Authorization from the appropriate government agency for non-U.S. persons.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Excitement about the technologies listed above.
• Ability to work in teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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