Management Engineer Internships
Management engineer 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 across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Webber, Meta, and CNH Industrial among the employers posting roles now.
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Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Early Career Systems Engineer (Configuration Management) - Intern. In this role, you will be required to work with a team of individuals who prepare, approve, and track closure of change requests and may require interface, communication, and presentation to management, integrated product teams (IPTs), and the customer. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of leading projects, engineering troubleshooting/problem solving, and working in both a hardware and software environment. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
- Pursuing bachelor's Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Aeronautical degree or related technical degree
- Experience with hardware and software engineering principles
- Must be a US citizen. This position requires special access.
Desired Skills
- Python, C++, and/or Java experience
- Cross functional Team integration skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Early Career Systems Engineer (Configuration Management) - Intern. In this role, you will be required to work with a team of individuals who prepare, approve, and track closure of change requests and may require interface, communication, and presentation to management, integrated product teams (IPTs), and the customer. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of leading projects, engineering troubleshooting/problem solving, and working in both a hardware and software environment. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
- Pursuing bachelor's Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Aeronautical degree or related technical degree
- Experience with hardware and software engineering principles
- Must be a US citizen. This position requires special access.
Desired Skills
- Python, C++, and/or Java experience
- Cross functional Team integration skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Management Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Management Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large employers with structured cohort programs open summer intern applications as early as August and September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings throughout fall and winter rather than waiting until spring.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams expect limited work history at the intern level, so documented projects carry the most weight. Put together two or three complete examples, process maps, lean analyses, simulation models, or operations case studies, with the tools used and a link or PDF where recruiters can review the work directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Career center staff and professors frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your case or analytical screen out loud
Management engineer intern screens typically involve process analysis, operations scenarios, or quantitative problem-solving, not just multiple-choice questions. Practice working through problems out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Target rotational and cohort programs early
Many large manufacturers and industrial companies run structured rotational intern programs designed to train people new to the field, moving interns through operations, supply chain, and quality functions over one term. These programs recruit in the first wave of fall recruiting and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit and apply before the general pool opens.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the management engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Management Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a management engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented process-improvement or operations projects, since a concrete artifact gives recruiters something to evaluate. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a management engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made so you can ask for feedback before that window closes. Position for one, but don't count on it when planning your senior-year job search.
When should I apply for management engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, especially those running structured cohort programs, recruit summer interns during the preceding fall semester. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly through fall and winter gives you the widest shot at competitive programs before they close.
Are management engineer internships paid?
Most professional management engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Nonprofit and some government placements occasionally offer stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each listing carefully.
What should a management engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, process maps, simulation models, lean or Six Sigma analyses, or CAD work, and link to them where possible. Add relevant coursework in operations, industrial engineering, or systems analysis. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote management engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the management engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational management engineer internship?
Some larger manufacturers and industrial companies run rotational intern programs that place students in two or three functional areas, such as operations, supply chain, and quality, over a single summer or co-op term. These programs are designed for people new to the field, recruit early in the fall, and are competitive. Identify the ones that fit your interests and apply in the first wave of their recruiting cycle.
Can international students get management engineer 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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