Summer 2026 - Materials Characterization Intern… at RTX · US-CT-EAS…

Summary: RTX is a leading company in aerospace and defense, offering internships that provide foundational experiences in complex problem-solving. The Materials Characterization Intern will work in a dynamic team to apply precision material preparation and characterization techniques, contributing to innovation research projects at the RTX Technologies Research Center. Responsibilities: - Join a dynamic interdisciplinary team dedicated to developing innovative solutions for product and technology challenges - Contribute to the team’s efforts in applying precision material preparation and characterization techniques to assess the physical properties of materials, components, and structures - Support innovation research projects at RTX Technologies Research Center and collaborate with various RTX business units to address technical issues Required Qualifications: - Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related STEM discipline - Candidate must not graduate before September 2026 - At least one prior RTX internship experience Preferred Qualifications: - Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team - Excellent written and verbal communication skills Required Skills: Materials characterization techniques, Optical microscopy methods, Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) Important Skills: Chemical handling Nice-to-Have Skills: Problem-solving skills, Attention to detail, Team collaboration, Written communication, Verbal communication Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer 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