2027 Intern - Software Engineer (Howe & Howe) - Waterboro, ME
Textron Inc.
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Job summary
Textron Inc. in Waterboro, ME seeks a 2027 Intern - Software Engineer (Howe & Howe). This internship combines hands-on development with mentorship, giving you real project experience on modern software tasks.
You are actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering. You will gain experience in developing applications, debugging and testing code, and documenting software work while learning requirements analysis and system design from experienced engineers.
Qualifications
- Pursuing bachelor's degree in CS/CE or similar field.
- Must not require sponsorship now or in the future to work in the U.S.
- Experience with multiple programming languages.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated and results oriented.
Responsibilities
- Developing applications.
- Debugging and testing code.
- Documenting and testing new software applications.
- Executing software tasking to include requirements analysis, systems modeling, architecture design, etc.
Skills
Education
Job description
As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
Howe & Howe is a part of Textron Systems, a family of powerful brands that delivers disruptive solutions to its customers. Our product portfolio proudly serves our communities’ heroes, from fire-fighters and police officers to soldiers on the battlefield. Our goal is to provide the most advanced technology while ensuring the safety of our customers, and to define, create and conquer the ground robotics industry. Howe & Howe prioritizes tailor‑made vehicles for any type of customer. There is no mission or design too unconventional for us to tackle. Leveraging Textron Systems’ capabilities, Howe & Howe is able to take its boundary‑pushing innovations and quickly scale up manufacturing and customer support for even the biggest requirements.
All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.
Learn more about our products and history at HoweandHowe.com TextronSystems.com.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Developing applications.
- Debugging and testing code.
- Documenting and testing new software applications.
- Executing software tasking to include requirements analysis, systems modeling, architecture design, etc.
- Currently pursuing bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or similar field of study.
- You will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship (i.e. H-1B visa, etc.) to legally work in the U.S.
- Experience in various programming languages.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated and results oriented.
This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands‑on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.
Our benefits include:
- Paid, full‑time 10‑week summer internship with a prepaid stipend
- Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
- Real project work and hands‑on experience
- Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full‑time employment
- Alternative work schedules at select locations
Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E‑Z‑GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions.
Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$28 - $32 per hour.
AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.
Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.
Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-ME-Waterboro
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full‑time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co‑Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/08/2026, 11:43:10 PM
Job Number: 342550
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