2026 Part-Time Systems Engineering Intern - Chandler AZ

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman invites student interns to join the Space sector in Chandler, AZ, to contribute to the Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering team. The program offers practical, hands-on experience and professional development opportunities within a globally recognized defense contractor.

The internship supports students pursuing undergraduate or graduate STEM degrees and requires U.S. citizenship for security clearance. Work is part-time and paid hourly at predefined graduate and bachelor levels.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled full-time in undergraduate or graduate degree program and able to work part-time (no more than 20 hours per week) during fall 2026 and spring 2027.
• Must be majoring in a STEM field.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Responsibilities

• Support Northrop Grumman's Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering team in the Space sector.
• Contribute to internship projects and learning activities while gaining hands-on experience.

Skills

STEM focus

Part-time availability

Education

Undergraduate or graduate STEM degree

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers.

From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.

An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you'll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you'll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you've done. Join us and launch your career. We'll support you with training, professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global security.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Systems Engineers for an internship opportunity. This position will be located at our Space sector in Chandler, AZ.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering team.

Basic Qualifications

• Be a student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Spring 2027
• Be majoring in a STEM field
• Be available to work part-time (no more than 20 hours per week) during the remainder of fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher

Intern Pay Range

• Bachelor's: $17.75 to $32.75 per hour
• Master's: $25.50 to $40.50 per hour

At Northrop Grumman, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account three main factors: the anticipated graduation date of the individual, the cost of labor of the geographic location, and whether the internship is considered technical or administrative.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.