Manufacturing Intern 1
HIIAbout the role
Requisition Number: 29852
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $36,920.00 - $41,600.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Intern
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
- Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Job Description
Are you a mission driven individual who is looking for a meaningful career? This isn't your average mission!
Join HII – Mission Technologies and make a difference by joining us as a Manufacturing Intern for 2026. As an Intern, you will actively contribute to meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior leadership. Support the Engineering team with engineering functions in one or more of the following specialties: electronics, electrical, and/or mechanical. Assist with troubleshooting issues and provide technical support.
Applicants will be involved in all stages of R&D projects as well as product development projects.
U.S. citizenship required.
Essential Job Responsibilities
• Assist engineers with basic design, testing, and documentation tasks.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for ongoing projects.
• Help review engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement, quality, or manufacturing activities.
• Work hands on on Production/Prototype floor under supervision.
• Complete assigned projects and present findings to the engineering team.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent +
- Must be actively enrolled in a 2-4 year college/university working towards an Bachelor's degree with up to 20% of the required credits completed.
Preferred Requirements
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, automation, or quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Comfortable using measurement tools and data collection methods.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and basic data analysis.
• Effective communication skills to work with cross‑functional teams on the shop floor and in engineering.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and willing to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and sy
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