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RTX · 10 hours ago

2026 Intern - Chemical Materials Engineer - Onsite

MA101: Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$37K/yr - $82K/yr

Start in 2026 Summer

RTX is a leading defense and aerospace company focused on helping nations defend freedoms and deter aggression. They are seeking an intern to join their Materials and Process Engineering Department to engage in analytical chemistry testing and collaborate with engineers and suppliers on various product applications.

AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assessing materials based on conformance to specifications

Assessing parts and hardware based on conformance to design requirements

Conducting hands on analytical chemistry testing using a variety of laboratory techniques

Following standard written protocols, as well as developing and fabricating unique test plans and test setups

Reviewing material documentation and assessment of specifications

Engagement with subject matter experts to understand material usage

Engagement with suppliers

Qualification

Analytical Chemistry TestingMaterials ScienceChemical EngineeringMicrosoft OfficeTechnical Report WritingCollaborationAttention to DetailCritical Thinking

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

This position is for an intern who is enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher) degree program and will be at minimum, entering their Sophomore by the start of Summer 2026

Academic Lab Experience

The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred

Understanding and coursework in Materials Science and Polymer Science

Understanding of material safety datasheets, military specifications, and ASTM test methods

Class projects, professional internships, or academic research demonstrating the ability to apply technical course work in Chemistry

Ability to write concise technical reports summarizing analyses

Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard

3.0 cumulative GPA desired

Benefits

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

Holidays

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922