2027 Summer Intern (Engineering)

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Summer Intern in Engineering to join the Artillery team in St. Petersburg, FL. The internship runs May 17 to August 5, 2027 and provides hands-on experience across technical tasks, data collection, and reports.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment with evolving deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in related technical courses or be within 6 months of graduation.
• Must be enrolled in a technical college or degree-seeking program.
• Engineering focus preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Artillery Engineering department with administrative and technical tasks.
• Assist with project work, data collection, and report preparation.
• Shadow experienced engineers and help update work instructions as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Education

Tech coursework

Near graduation

Job description

2027 Summer Intern (Engineering)

Job Locations: US-FL-St Petersburg

Requisition ID: 2026-37566

Position Type: Intern

Position Classification: On-Site

Job Function: Interim Assignment

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Engineering Intern to join our Artillery team. In this role, you will gain valuable hands-on experience!

This internship is in-person at our St. Petersburg, FL location during the dates of May 17th to August 5th, 2027.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Provides support to technical employees working in an organizational function related to the Intern's area of study.
• Assists with technical tasks and project support.
• Supports equipment set up and monitors tests and experiments.
• Observes results, collects data, and compiles summaries and reports.
• Learns technical processes and procedures.
• Job shadows other more experienced professionals and or support staff.
• May also support the documentation & updates of procedures or work instructions.
• Handles basic issues and problems

Responsibilities:

• Will undertake, initially, a range of administrative and support tasks for the Artillery Engineering department
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Build productive internal/external working relationships
• Must be comfortable working autonomously and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines
• Recommend process improvements identified during the internship

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Required education and experience: Must be currently enrolled in related Technical courses or be within 6 months of graduation; No prior experience needed.
• Must be enrolled in a technical college or degree-seeking program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Oral and written communication skills. Attentiveness. Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Engineering or related focus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements:

• Some travel to sites may be likely.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.