Intern, Network Infrastructure Services

RTX • Farmington, CT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
What You Will Do
Collaborate within a distributed team to support network infrastructure engineering projects and deliverables. Maintain and update network infrastructure documentation, including diagrams, inventories, configurations, and procedures. Partner across functions (Infrastructure, Cyber, DT, Business Units) to develop solutions that drive business success. Assist in creating scripts and automations to streamline manual tasks. Troubleshoot and resolve real-time network connectivity issues while adhering to change management processes.
What You Will Learn
Work alongside a team of 40+ engineers solving complex infrastructure challenges through transformative solutions. Gain insight into the management and maintenance of a global network backbone supporting employees, factories, and critical infrastructure worldwide.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or related field, with an expected graduation date no earlier than September 2026.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Visio, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Foundational understanding of network technologies (e.g., Routing, Switching, Subnetting, Encryption).
• Familiarity with network automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Git).

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in Cisco, Aruba, Palo Alto, or similar technologies are a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts or technologies is highly desirable.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work collaboratively on a team or independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong time management, organization, adaptability, and multitasking skills in dynamic environments.
• Problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn and adopt new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a distributed team to support network infrastructure engineering projects and deliverables.
• Maintain and update network infrastructure documentation, including diagrams, inventories, configurations, and procedures.
• Partner across functions (Infrastructure, Cyber, DT, Business Units) to develop solutions that drive business success.
• Assist in creating scripts and automations to streamline manual tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve real-time network connectivity issues while adhering to change management processes.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern