Summer 2026 Communications Intern - Pratt & Whitney (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-02-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBG ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBG

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the joining of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

As a global leader in propulsion systems that powers the world’s most advanced aircraft, Pratt & Whitney engines connect people, grow economies and defend freedom.

We are looking for a motivated, energetic and talented intern to join our dynamic and world class Communications team.

  

What You Will Do

• Assist with the execution of a stakeholder management program

• Support planning for curated events and an interactive Engines 101 program for non-technical experts

• Create compelling content to engage key Commercial Engines audiences as part of the stakeholder management program

• Support in-service events and crisis communications, as needed

• Develop succinct and compelling narratives that differentiate our business in global markets

What You Will Learn

You will gain hands-on, real-world experience in the aviation industry and learn about how Pratt & Whitney’s Commercial Engines business works. As a Communications intern, you will have the opportunity to learn from the best in the business and apply your ideas and expertise to help advance the company’s goals.     

Qualifications You Must Have

• You must currently be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program at a university seeking a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or related degree.

• Candidates must be entering their sophomore or higher year by the start of summer 2026 and should not graduate before August 2026.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office tools. 

Qualifications We Prefer:  

• A minimum of 3.0 GPA.

• Knowledge of Adobe software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Premier.

• Motivated, team-oriented, self-starters who meet deadlines, maintain steady performance under pressure and have the ability to multi-task.

• Can captivate the audience through effective communication and presentation skills.

• Uses strong analytical skills to optimize content and is comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data.

Please upload a copy of your academic transcripts with your application. Include your projected graduation date on your resume and upload a portfolio of writing samples.

Learn More & Apply Now!  

Location: This position is in East Hartford, CT and is an onsite role.
Please consider the following role type definition 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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