Project Engineering Support Intern

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services, Inc is seeking a Project Engineering Support Intern to assist engineering teams with project planning and execution. This role involves managing procurement, documentation, and coordination tasks, suitable for candidates looking to grow in project or program management within an engineering setting.

The ideal candidate is currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering and possesses strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering or related STEM field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work across engineering teams to understand project tasks.
• Assist in tracking tasks and status information.
• Support procurement by collecting component specifications.
• Help maintain and reconcile inventory of parts.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Familiarity with office productivity tools

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Project Engineering Support Intern is a technical and coordination focused role that works across multiple engineering disciplines to support the planning, organization, and execution of engineering projects. This position provides hands on support with procurement, inventory management, expense tracking, documentation, and basic technical tasks, helping engineering teams stay organized and on schedule. Under the guidance of program managers, systems engineers, and project coordinators, this position will help draft procedures, organize drawings and task tracking, support meeting planning, and perform engineering tasks such as component specification, pricing, and trade studies. This role is ideal for candidates who aspire to grow into project or program management roles in an engineering environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work across engineering teams (e.g., systems, hardware, software, RF, mechanical, electrical) to understand project tasks and priorities.
• Assist in tracking tasks assigned to different groups.
• Coordinate with staff to keep task lists, schedules, and status information current and accurate.
• Support procurement by collecting component specifications, part numbers, and vendor information.
• Assist in tracking order status in coordination with the procurement team.
• Help maintain and reconcile inventory of parts and assemblies used on engineering projects.
• Assist with expense reports related to project activities, travel, and materials.
• Assist engineering teams in drafting and formatting procedures and process documentation.
• Support the organization and version control of technical documentation.
• Assist with developing agendas, capturing action items, and distributing meeting notes.
• Support the preparation and management of visitors, by coordinating with security and project staff.
• Support the use of project management tools monitor progress and ensure visibility of work across the team.
• Perform other related tasks consistent with the scope and level of an engineering support internship, as assigned by supervisors.

Other Job Functions

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• U.S. Citizen

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering (e.g., Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Industrial), Engineering Management, or a related technical or STEM field.
• Basic understanding of engineering concepts and the product development lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, test, etc.).
• Proficiency with standard office productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook or equivalents).
• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail in documentation, data entry, and file management.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and to seek guidance when needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment & Conditions: This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including: Safety glasses, Hearing protection (varies based on tasks), Shoe covers.

Physical Demands: In performing the work for this position, the engineer must be able to: Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time. Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area. Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.