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The Engineering Technician Internship is a temporary position within HII – Mission Technologies which prepares a college student for entry into the workforce by providing emphasis on training in machining, CNC operations, CAD/CAM, and hands-on engineering support. 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.

<div class="job" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Requisition Number: 28628 </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Required Travel: 0 - 10%</span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt</span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Anticipated Salary Range: $38,438.00 - $40,000.00 </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Security Clearance: None  </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Level of Experience: Intern </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">This opportunity resides with <strong>Global Security (GS). </strong>Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.<br /><br />As a trusted partner to our 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, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />HII supports 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. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.</span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies</strong> </span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">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:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Know & Grow Your People</strong> – Commit to learning and supporting team success.</span> </li> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Build Relationships</strong> – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.</span> </li> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Take Ownership</strong> – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.</span> </li> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Customer First</strong> – Focus on the mission and those we serve.</span> </li> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Shape the Future</strong> – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.</span> </li> <li> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <strong>Act with Urgency</strong> – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.</span> </li> </ul> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.<br /><br /></span> </p> <div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="margin:0.0px"> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <u> <b>Summary</b> </u> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Are you a mission driven individual who is looking for a meaningful career?  This isn't your average mission!</span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Join HII – Mission Technologies and make a difference by joining us as an Engineering Technician Intern for Summer 2026. The Engineering Technician Internship is a temporary position within HII – Mission Technologies which prepares a college student for entry into the workforce by providing emphasis on training in machining, CNC operations, CAD/CAM, and hands-on engineering support. The intern will gain experience with fabrication equipment, safety procedures, maintenance practices, and research project support.</span> </p> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <br />Permanent US work authorization without the need for sponsorship now, or in the future is also required.</span> </p> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="margin:0.0px"> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <u> <b>What You Will Do</b> </u> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">•    Assist with preparing training materials, demonstrations, and basic hands‑on exercises related to CAD/CAM software, CNC machining, 3D printing and waterjet cutting.<br />•    Support lab staff by helping set up equipment, organize tooling, and prepare materials for machining and prototyping tasks.<br />•    Learn to operate CNC mills/lathes and waterjet cutting equipment at a beginner level under supervision.<br />•    Help with routine equipment checks, cleanliness, organization, and basic preventative maintenance tasks.<br />•    Assist in troubleshooting simple mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical issues by gathering information, documenting observations, and supporting senior staff.<br />•    Work with research and engineering teams on straightforward testing and evaluation tasks related to ongoing projects.<br />•    Support documentation efforts, including logging maintenance activities, tracking training participation, and recording project work.<br />•    Uphold safety standards by maintaining clean workspaces, using required PPE, and following all lab procedures.<br />•    Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.</span> </p> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="margin:0.0px"> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <u> <b>What You Must Have</b> </u> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">•    High School Diploma or equivalent + Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree with up to 20% of the required credits completed.<br />•    Preference for Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering or similar degrees.  <br />•    Minimum requirement of a cumulative 3.0 GPA while participating in this internship.</span> </p> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="margin:0.0px"> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <u> <b>Preferred Requirements</b> </u> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">•    Hands-on expertise with CNC mills/lathes and waterjet cutting systems.<br />•    Strong mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting capabilities.<br />•    Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.<br />•    Experience in research, prototyping, or educational lab environments.<br />•    Familiarity with metals, plastics, composites, and other fabrication materials.<br />•    Commitment to safety and best practices in a lab or workshop environment.</span> </p> </div> </div> <div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="margin:0.0px"> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <u> <b>Physical Requirements</b> </u> </span> </h2> </div> <div> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription">Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the job. A waterfront office work environment is normally encountered.</span> </div> </div> </div> <p> <span itemprop="description" class="jobdescription"> <br />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.<br /><br /><strong>Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division</strong><br />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 synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.<br /><br />To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: <a href="https://vimeo.com/732533072 ">https://vimeo.com/732533072</a><br /><br />HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.<br /><br /><strong>Why HII</strong><br />We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.<br /><br />Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, 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, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.<br /><br /><strong>Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.</strong><br />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 or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.<br /><br /><strong>Do You Need Assistance? </strong><br />If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to <strong><a href="mailto:buildyourcareer@hii-co.com">buildyourcareer@hii-co.com</a></strong> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call <strong>1-844-849-8463</strong> for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.</span> </p> <p class="job-location"></p></div>

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