Project Engineer Intern (For SNC Summer 2026 Intern Only)
About The Position
The Project Engineer Intern participates in a comprehensive summer internship program in an aerospace and defense environment. The intern works alongside industry experts on real-world technical projects, gaining practical technical and professional skills through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects. The role is within SNC’s Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area, which provides command and control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions to Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial, and international customers. MST supports platform operations, engineering, and lifecycle management across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The position is specifically for an SNC Summer 2026 intern. It requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required. The work may take place in an office, hybrid, laboratory, or workshop environment, and travel may be required. The estimated starting salary is $21.40–$29.43; compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, training, certifications, and geographic differentials.
Requirements
- Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
- Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Must have been an SNC Summer 2026 intern.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
- Strong organizational skills and work ethic; detail oriented.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods and proficiency with computers and office equipment.
- Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment that may involve loud noise or hazardous conditions.
- Ability to travel may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
- Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
- Basic knowledge of engineering software tools such as CAD or MATLAB.
- Microsoft Access skills.
- Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.
Responsibilities
- Participate in technical projects and complete assigned tasks that contribute to team objectives.
- Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
- Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
- Perform hands-on technical assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
- Work with team members, learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
- Identify process-improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices.
- Participate in workshops to learn about the business and company culture.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
- Life insurance.
- Three weeks of paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
