Engineering Technician Internship (Engineering Technician 1)

About the Team

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS) within HII – Mission Technologies. Our group comprises live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) solutions, fleet sustainment, nuclear and environmental services, and Australia business. As a trusted partner to military customers, HII designs, develops, and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, we understand that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants, and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. Additionally, we support the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country.

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners. We are leading the next evolution of national defense—the data evolution—by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers.

About the Role

Are you a mission-driven individual looking for a meaningful career? Join HII – Mission Technologies as an Engineering Technician Intern for Summer 2026. This isn't your average internship; it is a temporary position designed to prepare college students for entry into the workforce.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience with fabrication equipment, safety procedures, and maintenance practices while receiving emphasis on training in machining, CNC operations, and CAD/CAM. You will work alongside research and engineering teams on straightforward testing and evaluation tasks, assisting with the preparation of training materials and demonstrations. The day-to-day involves learning to operate CNC mills, lathes, and waterjet cutting equipment under supervision, supporting lab staff with equipment setup and tooling organization, and helping troubleshoot simple mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical issues. You will also play a key role in documentation efforts, logging maintenance activities and tracking project work, all while upholding strict safety standards in a waterfront office and lab environment.

Our Culture and Leadership

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, every team member contributes to our mission and culture by committing to learning, building relationships, taking ownership, and focusing on the customer first. We encourage our team to shape the future with curiosity and continuous improvement, and to act with urgency by taking initiative with purpose.

We are a values and ethics-driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, you will find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together, we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Hiring Process

To learn more about Mission Technologies, you can view a short video on our website. We look forward to meeting you and finding the role that's right for you. Please apply today to begin your journey with us.

Equal Opportunity

HII is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at buildyourcareer@hii-co.com or call 1-844-849-8463 (Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies).