RTX · 8 hours ago
Intern: Summer 2026 - SQL Database & Back-End Developer (Onsite)
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-CTC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG CTC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$37K/yr - $82K/yr
Start in 2026 SummerRTX is a leading company in aerospace and defense, offering internships that provide a foundation to work on complex problems. The role involves supporting the team in designing, rebuilding, and optimizing an existing SQL database system while working with experienced developers on business-critical applications.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in designing, developing, and optimizing backend services and APIs
Write efficient SQL queries, stored procedures, and data models
Support backend development using Python and/or Java
Support integration with front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Help build and maintain APIs and server-side logic
Participate in debugging, testing, and code reviews
Document database structures, processes, and updates
Learn best practices in software development, security, and performance optimization
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Understanding of programming fundamentals and data structures
Interest in backend development and problem-solving
Preferred
Exposure to relational database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, etc.)
Experience with Git or other version control tools
Understanding of REST APIs
Coursework or personal projects involving backend or database development
Curiosity about cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Ability to collaborate, ask questions, and learn quickly
Minimum GPA of 3.0
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
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
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Daniel Conroy
Chief Technology Officer - Digital
Kevin DaSilva
Corporate Vice President & Treasurer
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