About The Position
RTX offers internships, co-ops, and full-time careers that provide an exceptional foundation for working on complex problems, advancing skills, and contributing to a safer, more connected world. RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company with 185,000 employees, is united by purpose to solve complex global challenges. With market-leading businesses, world-class operations, and investments in R&D, RTX pushes the boundaries of science to connect and protect the world. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business, is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, with over 100 years of innovation in modern flight. The National Academy Foundation (NAF) Future Ready Lab (FRL) Internship Program at Pratt & Whitney is a unique paid opportunity for students from NAF Academies in the West Palm Beach, FL area. This six-week internship, starting in June 2026, involves skill-building workshops, hands-on professional experience, and collaboration with team members and mentors on a business project. NAF FRL Intern projects focus on Technology and Innovation, allowing interns to work with critical teams driving Pratt & Whitney’s growth through innovation, technology development, and continuous improvement. Interns will apply new expertise from workshops and professional development events to their projects. The final week culminates in preparing and delivering a professional presentation of key insights and skills to company executives and industry leaders. Potential project areas include Supply Chain and Materials Planning, Repair and Aftermarket Engineering, Engine Testing Systems and Controls, Project Management and Planning, and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S).
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled at Forest Hill Community High School
- Rising seniors (summer between 11th & 12th grade)
- Minimum of a 2.5 GPA
- Commitment to all dates and times of the internship
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Must be a US Person (Citizen or Permanent Resident/"green card" holder)
Nice To Haves
- Interest in engineering and technology career fields
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Professionalism and respect for fellow interns, employer, and staff
- Willingness to learn by asking questions and contributing ideas
- Ability to collaborate with others as part of an inclusive team
- Attention to detail and good time-management skills
Responsibilities
- Take part in skill-building workshops
- Gain hands-on experience in a professional setting
- Collaborate with team members and mentors to complete a business project
- Work hands-on with teams that are critical to Pratt & Whitney’s growth through innovation, technology development, and continuous improvement
- Incorporate new expertise into projects from what is learned in workshops and other professional development events
- Prepare a professional presentation sharing key insights and skills developed during the experience
- Deliver a professional presentation to a panel of company executives and industry leaders
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 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
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
