Software Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)(Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-08-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HNC32: US096-Winston-Salem (Oak Plaza 190 Oak Plaza Boulevard , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

An internship at Collins Aerospace is unique. Sure, you'll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you'll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you've done. Join us and launch your career. We'll support you with training, employee resource groups, and our shared vision of global security.

A Software Engineer is responsible for the software design and development of the interior aircraft electronic components through all the phases of the project including preliminary design, development, certification and product support.

In this internship, you will improve your skills that will open doors for your career development:

What You Will Do:

• Develop technical requirements for software components.
• Perform software development and verification of different modules.
• Develop tools and procedures to aid the development or testing processes.
• Perform performance profiling activities.
• Learn troubleshooting skills by analyzing software defects and identifying technical solutions
• Analyze CAN, RS485 communication logs and identify potential issues.
• Preparation and presentation of technical data in design reviews
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-functional team environment.
• Learn electronics product development cycle.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position ​

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Be majoring in Computer Science and/or Computer Engineering.
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or higher.
• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Completed basic programming and/or electronics classes.
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment.
• C language knowledge is a plus

Learn More and Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Must be a commutable distance to Winston-Salem, NC to work an onsite schedule. This position may be eligible for relocation.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.