Intern: Quality Core Lab (Summer 2027)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a student intern for the MCL Core lab, focusing on metallurgy and materials science. You will assist with chemistry, mechanical and metallurgical testing, while interpreting procedures and specifications under supervision.

The program requires pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree and maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0, with preference for prior RTX internship or co-op experience.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering and actively enrolled through completion of the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Major or minor in Metallurgy, or Materials Science.
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• interpretation of testing procedures
• testing techniques
• metallographic techniques
• mechanical testing technique
• identifying proper testing equipment
• drawing interpretation
• understanding specification requirements

Skills

Metallurgy

Materials Science

Mechanical Engineering

Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or advanced degree

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Major or minor in Metallurgy or Materials Science

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-09 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. 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.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

The MCL Core lab consists of Chemistry, Mechanical Testing, and Metallurgical Testing labs.

Challenges include:

• interpretation of testing procedures
• testing techniques
• metallographic techniques
• mechanical testing technique
• identifying proper testing equipment
• drawing interpretation
• understanding specification requirements

You Must Have

Must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree program in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering and actively enrolled through completion of the internship

We Prefer

• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Major or minor in Metallurgy, or Materials Science
• Previous exposure to quality principles & tools
• Prior RX internship, co-op, or work experience

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.

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.

Salary & Employment

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.