2026 Intern - Industrial Security Intern - Onsite (CA)

RTX • El Segundo, CA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 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. This is a multi-faceted Security Intern position working within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. You will help develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive security program in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). In this roe you will be exposed to investigations, compliance, large scale security projects, and the understanding on how everything ties into the Security environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least a sophomore by the start of summer 2026 pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Political Science, Pre-Law/Law, Criminal Justice, Security & Intelligence, Homeland Security, Security Management, or Risk management or closely related.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PPT, Project, Word)

Responsibilities

• Conduct employee briefings including new hire orientation, in-processing/out-processing security briefings/debriefings, and security education.
• Prepare and participate in semi-annual and yearly audits and inspections.
• Assist with the implement of local Standard Operating procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, and COMSEC requirements and guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain inquiry reports on security infractions/violations and specifying preventive actions to be taken.
• Prepare and submit suspicious contact and adverse information reports.
• Assist with visitor access control and personnel security.
• Large scale compliance efforts to gain alignment across locations.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern