Summer 2026 - Strategic Regulatory Services Intern (Remote)

RTX • East Hartford, CT

1d • Remote

About The Position

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. Kick-start your career in cybersecurity and compliance by working on the front lines of real-world regulation, audits, and risk management. As a Cyber Compliance Intern, you won’t just observe—you’ll help support global security standards, assist with audits, and contribute to training and awareness that protects the business. If you’re curious about how cybersecurity actually works inside large organizations, enjoy research and problem-solving, and want hands-on experience that translates directly to a career in cyber, risk, or governance, this internship is built for you.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on Cybersecurity.
• Candidates must not graduate before September 2026.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including data protection and risk management.
• Interest in regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, EASA, etc.), even if limited to coursework.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret policies, standards, and regulatory language.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including data protection and risk management.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Track audit requests, deadlines, and responses using spreadsheets or Governance, Risk, and Compliance tools.
• Assist in reviewing and summarizing cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, EASA Part-IS, CMMC).
• Compile compliance metrics and dashboards, including audit status, training completion rates, and open findings.
• Update risk registers under guidance.
• Perform quality checks to ensure evidence is complete and up-to-date.
• Draft standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and checklists.
• Research best practices and emerging regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the compliance program.

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.
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• 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.
• Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern