About The Position
At RTX, the world's 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 three market-leading businesses, world-class operations, and investments in research and development, RTX offers capabilities and opportunities unmatched by others. Together, they push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect the world. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business, is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, having revolutionized modern flight for over 100 years. The National Academy Foundation (NAF) Future Ready Lab powered by Pratt & Whitney is a unique paid internship opportunity for students at NAF Academies in the West Palm Beach, FL area. Interns will participate in skill-building workshops, gain hands-on experience in a professional setting, and collaborate with team members and mentors on a business project. This six-week paid internship begins in June 2026. NAF FRL Intern projects will focus on Technology and Innovation, involving hands-on work with teams crucial to Pratt & Whitney’s growth through innovation, technology development, and continuous improvement. Interns will integrate new expertise from workshops and professional development events into their projects. The final week will be dedicated to preparing and delivering a professional presentation of key insights and skills to company executives and industry leaders. This specific posting is for the Product Safety, Certification, and Validation Team.
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
Responsibilities
- Supporting assembly of development engines
- Supporting testing of development engines
- Supporting analysis of data from development engine testing
- Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
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
