Human Resources Internship June 2027

RTX; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 88,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is hosting a summer internship in the Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) for ambitious students. This role offers hands-on assignments across HR functions and requires relocation to an RTX city/state as part of the development experience.

Candidates must be pursuing a Master’s degree in HR or related fields and demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and strong communication skills. The program blends on-site and remote work with competitive benefits and career growth

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or other related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal & analytical skills
• Willing and able to move anywhere in the United States
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Responsibilities

• Internship roles and responsibilities will vary and align with HR Partners, Global People Services, or Communities of Expertise
• Stretch capabilities with frontline, hands-on assignments
• Relocate to an RTX city/state
• Broaden exposure to the business and develop leadership and business acumen

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in HR / related

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 1100 Wilson Blvd ROSSLYN HQ

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full‑time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Recruiting now for programs beginning June 2027!

Our summer internship in the Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) provides challenging opportunities via a short‑term work assignment within the enterprise. Not willing/able to relocate to a new location for the summer? Check out RTX Careers for other great opportunities

What You Will Do

• Internship roles & responsibilities will vary & align with one or more of the following: HR Partners (Employee Parters and Business Partners), Global People Services, and Communities of Expertise
• Stretch your capabilities and enhance learning with frontline, hands‑on assignments
• Relocate to an RTX cities/state
• Broaden your exposure to the business and further develop your leadership and functional skills and business acumen

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be pursuing Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or other related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal & analytical skills
• Willing and able to move anywhere in the United States
• *Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Qualifications We Prefer

• Self-motivated & team-oriented; able to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

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Applicants MUST be willing/able torelocate to assigned location to be determined at a later date.

Internship location will vary

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

This position is classified as:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 42,000 USD - 88,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.