Project Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

ITT Inc; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ITT Aerospace Controls offers a Summer 2027 Project Engineering Intern position in Valencia, CA. This entry-level, full-time internship provides hands-on experience in aerospace programs, working with engineers on planning, scheduling, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Applicants are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, showing a keen interest in project management, engineering, and product development within the aerospace and defense market.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in project management, engineering, manufacturing, or aerospace industries.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers in planning and execution of aerospace and industrial programs.
• Track project schedules, milestones, action items, and deliverables.
• Maintain project documentation including plans, meeting minutes, risk registers, and status reports.
• Participate in cross‑functional team meetings and assist with follow‑up activities.
• Support project status reporting by gathering and analyzing performance data.
• Assist with schedule updates and resource tracking for projects.
• Learn requirements management processes, including documentation and traceability.
• Identify and track project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Prepare materials and coordinate logistics for project reviews with customers and internal teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain and operations to support objectives.
• Assist with NPI activities and product development projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve execution and efficiency.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project management and business objectives.
• Complete special projects as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Position: Project Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Location: Valencia, CA

Major(s): Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

Internship Schedule:May - August 2027, full-time, 40 hours per week

ITT Aerospace Controls offers a best-in-class internship experience designed to immerse students in the aerospace industry. Interns work closely with experienced engineers and industry experts, gaining valuable insights into engineering processes, product development, and problem-solving strategies. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship from leading professionals, this internship is an ideal launchpad for students passionate about making an impact in the aerospace and defense market.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support project engineers in the planning and execution of aerospace and industrial programs.
• Assist in tracking project schedules, milestones, action items, and deliverables.
• Help maintain project documentation, including project plans, meeting minutes, risk registers, and status reports.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and assist with follow-up activities.
• Support project status reporting by gathering and analyzing project performance data.
• Assist with project planning activities, including schedule updates and resource tracking.
• Learn and support requirements management processes, including documentation and traceability activities.
• Help identify and track project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Support customer and internal project reviews by preparing materials and coordinating logistics.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to support project objectives.
• Assist with New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and product development projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving project execution and team efficiency.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project management and business objectives.
• Complete special projects and assignments as needed.

Position Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in project management, engineering, manufacturing, or aerospace industries.

Equal Pay Act Statement

We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Equal Pay Act Range

$28-33/hour