Intern Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Participate in a summer internship program developing competencies in engineering specializations .

Posted 9/29/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $19 - $48 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong engineering competencies through hands-on experience in constructing, troubleshooting, and maintaining systems and equipment. Capable of working collaboratively in a dynamic environment while effectively communicating with users and team members.

Highest-signal resume keywords

STEM DegreeEquipment CalibrationTroubleshooting SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationTeamwork Capabilities

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Hard Skills

Equipment MaintenanceSystem TestingEngineering Drawings InterpretationCalibration ChecksData Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam CollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Engineering SpecializationsDynamic EnvironmentInternship ProgramAdjustments and ModificationsCompounds and Solutions Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in a summer internship program developing competencies in engineering specializations
Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems
Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions
Operate related equipment
Conduct tests and report data in the prescribed format
Perform calibration and alignment checks
Make adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed
Prepare prescribed compounds and solutions
Interact with users, customers, and other developers in a dynamic, people-focused environment
Join Northrop Grumman’s Systems Engineering Organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027
Major in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree
Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027
Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special access within a reasonable period of time
U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite
Preferred: overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
Preferred: previous internship/co-op experience
Preferred: leadership and teamwork capabilities
Preferred: interpersonal communication skills
Preferred: professional, community, or extracurricular activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available
Shift differential may be available
Discretionary bonus may be available
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business