2027 ENGINEERING SUMMER INTERNSHIP - ENGRG INTERN

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental and 
vis

On-site health centers

Tuition reimbursement

401K and financial planning tools

Job summary

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding offers 2027 summer internships for engineering majors, with 40 hours a week for 10 weeks, spanning a variety of engineering and technical assignments.

These internships may lead to future full-time employment but are not guaranteed. Applicants must be enrolled in a 4-year college/university (or 2+2) or master's for Fall 2027; ABET accreditation; GPA 2.5+; unofficial transcripts required; U.S. citizenship may be required for some positions.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a 4-year college/university (or 2+2 program) or master's degree programs for Fall 2027.
• Engineering majors must be ABET-accredited.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.
• Unofficial transcripts are required when applying.

Responsibilities

• Summer internship program for engineering students in 2027 with varied assignments related to major.
• Opportunity to gain experience in technical or administrative positions; potential for future full-time employment (not guaranteed).
• Roles may require access to ships and construction sites.

Job description

Req ID: 49018

Team: K21 TALENT ACQUISITION

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $49,000.00 to $75,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

Newport News Shipbuilding offers internships which allow students to gain experience in technical or administrative positions and provide the opportunity to gain experience in their field of study as well as an understanding of our business. This opportunity could possibly lead to future full time employment but is not guaranteed. Some engineering, technical, and waterfront positions may require the ability to physically access a wide variety of work sites, including those aboard ships under various stages of construction or overhaul, including the use of vertical and inclined ladders, and may involve limited kneeling, stooping, standing, etc.

Must Have

Newport News Shipbuilding will be offering 2027 summer internships to students majoring in Engineering bachelor or master's degree programs including Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Nuclear, Systems, Structural, Civil, etc. Students will have the opportunity to work 40 hours a week for 10 consecutive weeks during the summer months on a variety of assignments related to their major. Some engineering, technical, and waterfront positions may require the ability to physically access a wide variety of work sites, including those aboard ships under various stages of construction or overhaul, including the use of vertical and inclined ladders, and may involve limited kneeling, stooping, standing, etc. All applicants must ensure the information below has been provided when applying for the summer internship program. Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to qualify: Must be enrolled in a 4-year college/university (or 2+2 program) or master's degree programs for Fall 2027 Engineering majors must be ABET-accredited Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater Unofficial transcripts are required when applying. Failure to upload transcripts at time of application will result in automatic disqualification

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.