Project Engineer Intern; SNC Summer Interns

Come start your career with some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the country! As a Technical Intern, you will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, and develop valuable technical and professional skills. This internship offers a unique opportunity for growth through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.
** Responsibilities:
*** Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
* Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
* Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
* Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
* Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
* Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
* Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
* Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
* Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.  
** Qualifications You Must Have:
*** Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
* Must have been an SNC Summer 2026 Intern.
* Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
* Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
* Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented.  
** Qualifications We Prefer:
*** Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
* Familiarity with the Aerospace and Defense industry.
* Basic knowledge of engineering software tools (e.g., CAD, MATLAB).
* Microsoft Access skills.
* Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.  
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* Essential Functions:

*** Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
* Proficiency with computers and office equipment.
* Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment.
* Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
* Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, which may involve exposure to loud noise levels or hazardous conditions.
* Ability to travel may be required.
* Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $21.40 - $29.43. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
** IMPORTANT NOTICE:
** To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.