2026 Summer Engineering Internship

Job Description

About the Company: HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS)

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is the largest industrial employer in Virginia, boasting a workforce of over 25,000 employees, including multi-generational shipbuilders. NNS holds the unique distinction of being the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of only two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. With a rich history spanning 135 years, the company prides itself on a diverse and innovative team, ranging from skilled tradespeople to project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users.

NNS operates at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration to produce the world’s most powerful and survivable naval ships. The company is committed to being a values and ethics-driven organization, prioritizing its employees’ safety and well-being. HII is recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, offering a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for career growth.

Benefits offered include: medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices; on-site health centers; tele-medicine; wellness resources; employee assistance programs (EAP); savings plan options (401K); financial education and planning tools; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; employee discounts; and early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

About the Job: 2026 Summer Internship Program

This posting is for a 2026 Summer Internship opportunity at Newport News Shipbuilding. The internship allows students to gain valuable experience in either technical or administrative positions, providing insight into their field of study and the company’s business operations. While it offers a potential pathway to future full-time employment, it is not guaranteed.

• Req ID: 44288
• Team/Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding (posted by C203 HR & TALENT ACQUISITION)
• US Citizenship: Required for this position.
• Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week).
• Shift: 1st Shift.
• Duration: 10 consecutive weeks during the summer months of 2026.
• Relocation/Telework/Travel: No relocation assistance, not eligible for telework, and no travel requirements.
• Clearance: Not required to start.
• Salary Range: Not specified in the provided text.

The Role Details:

Interns will be placed in roles that offer a variety of assignments related to their major. The program specifically targets students majoring in Engineering Bachelor or Master’s Degree Programs, including but not limited to Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Nuclear, Systems, Structural, Civil, and Computer Engineering.

Physical Requirements: Some engineering, technical, and waterfront positions may necessitate the ability to physically access various work sites, including those aboard ships undergoing construction or overhaul. This may involve using vertical and inclined ladders and limited activities such as kneeling, stooping, and standing.

Qualifications (“Must Have”):

To qualify for the 2026 Summer Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Enrollment: Must be enrolled in a 4-year college/university (or 2+2 program) or master’s degree program for Fall 2026.
• Accreditation: Engineering majors must be from ABET-accredited programs.
• GPA: A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.
• Transcripts: Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. Failure to upload transcripts will result in automatic disqualification.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation:

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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

For individuals needing a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com, detailing the request and providing contact information. Assistance can also be sought by calling 1-844-849-8463 and pressing #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.