Engineering Specialist Internships
Engineering specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Raytheon, and State of Missouri among the employers posting roles now.
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Date Posted:
2026-11-09Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1Are 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.
The Operations Engineering Test Specialist Co-Op will participate in a complex and exciting manufacturing project environment, learning many aspects of the manufacturing process and contributing to the development of creative and innovative solutions. Overall, these projects are components of systems supporting homeland and missile defense strategies and may involve products currently in production, those in design and those transitioning to production.
Opportunity to become an Electrical Test Engineer with strong technical and communication skills to take responsibility for Operations Test in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Here at Raytheon, our Operations Test Team ensures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement. As an Electrical Test Engineer embedded within the Production Value Stream you'll be a high-value participant on cross-functional teams, utilizing circuitry skills and expertise to identify issue resolutions and also frequently interfacing with internal customers.
The organization is heavily aligned with Six Sigma principles; hence a key component of this co-op will be the completion of a project leading to Six Sigma Specialist certification. Additionally, the co-op will work independently reviewing business systems and implementing new techniques within production areas. The co-op will have broad-based exposure to various business areas including Performance Excellence, Test and Troubleshooting, Integrated Supply Chain, Hardware Quality and Production Engineering.
What You Will Do:
- Performing data analysis of test results of PWB electrical parameters using Microsoft Excel to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
- Providing production floor support to address process and compliance issues from all levels.
- Working with Electrical Test Equipment (oscilloscopes and multi-meters)
- Utilizing Microsoft Office (VBA programming)
- Experience working with digital and electronic circuits
- Facilitating cross-functional teams for improvement activities (e.g. 6-sigma, lean manufacturing)
- Using Pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping, and/or other performance analysis tools
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or systems engineering and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session.
- Experience with project execution
- Experience with Microsoft office tools
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Previous co-op or internship experience 3.0 cumulative GPA
What We Offer
- Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role
- Location: Andover, MA
- 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.
- This position is for an ONSITE Co-Op who will work from January 2027 through June 2027
- Relocation assistance is NOT available for this role
- This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm
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.
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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Tips for Your Engineering Specialist Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large engineering employers open summer internship recruiting the preceding fall and close cohorts before spring. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so roles appear year-round. Check listings in September and October if a structured summer program is your target.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for engineering specialist interns assess your work directly, not your resume length. Compile two or three completed projects that show your tools, methods, and outputs, whether that is a code repository, a CAD file set, a published analysis, or a design case study. Documented proof of completed work outperforms a list of class names.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and fills gaps the university network misses.
Practice your technical screen out loud before the interview
Engineering specialist intern screens typically involve a technical or coding assessment focused on problem-solving, systems knowledge, or applied engineering concepts. Practice working through problems aloud and explaining your reasoning as you go. Interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large engineering organizations run rotational or cohort-based internship programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have clearer return-offer pipelines than ad-hoc hiring. Identify the programs that match your discipline and apply in the first recruitment wave, not after the deadline approaches.
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Engineering Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an engineering specialist internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history. Hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level, so the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a portfolio of completed projects showing your tools, methods, and results. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an engineering specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for engineering specialist interns is performance on real assigned work, available headcount on the team, and acting on return-offer conversations before the internship ends. Position for one by delivering consistently, without counting on it as a certainty.
When should I apply for engineering specialist internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role matches your experience gives you the best shot.
Are engineering specialist internships paid?
Most professional engineering specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon at established engineering organizations, and structured corporate programs almost always include compensation.
What should an engineering specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and link to where the work lives, whether that is a code repository, a published analysis, a CAD or design portfolio, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework, keep the whole document to one page, and put your strongest project first.
Are there remote engineering specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the engineering specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from anywhere, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get engineering specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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