2026 Intern - Chemical Materials Engineer - Onsite
About The Position
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Materials and Process Engineering Department, which functions within the Hardware Team, is looking for an intern to join our team in Andover, MA. This position will offer a qualified candidate the opportunity to engage subject matter experts and perform analytical chemistry testing to support development, design, and failure analysis activities associated with a wide range of product applications. Tasks will require critical thinking to solve challenging problems and careful attention to detail on procedures, testing of materials, and documentation of results. Collaboration with design & material engineers, subject matter experts, and suppliers is required. Candidate must be able to manage and coordinate a wide variety of simultaneous tasks within set schedule requirements. This candidate will become part of a multi-disciplined team.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
- This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Sophomore by the start of Summer 2026.
- Academic Lab Experience.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Nice To Haves
- Understanding and coursework in Materials Science and Polymer Science
- Understanding of material safety datasheets, military specifications, and ASTM test methods
- Class projects, professional internships, or academic research demonstrating the ability to apply technical course work in Chemistry
- Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
- 3.0 cumulative GPA desired
Responsibilities
- Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications
- Assessing parts and hardware based on conformance to design requirements
- Conducting hands on analytical chemistry testing using a variety of laboratory techniques
- Following standard written protocols, as well as developing and fabricating unique test plans and test setups
- Reviewing material documentation and assessment of specifications
- Engagement with subject matter experts to understand material usage
- Engagement with suppliers
Benefits
- 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
- holidays
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
