2026 Technical Summer Intern (BOCES PTECH Internship Program)

Job Description

2026 Technical Summer Intern (BOCES PTECH Internship Program) – Controls Engineering

At BAE Systems Electronic Systems, you become part of a team that works on the world’s most advanced electronics – from powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet and enabling emission savings in the City of Lights. We are a community of bright minds dedicated to tackling the aerospace and defense industry’s most challenging problems.

Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future, and we believe you can too. Our flexible work environment offers you the chance to change the world without sacrificing your personal life. We prioritize our customers, as exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World ™.”

Internship Overview

We are actively seeking candidates for our 2026 technical summer internships as part of the BOCES PTECH Internship Program. This opportunity is designed for individuals eager to join our ES Controls Engineering teams at BAE Systems, Inc. Interns will work side-by-side with experienced problem solvers and senior engineering staff.

• Location: BAE Systems in Endicott, New York
• Type: Paid Internship
• Schedule: Includes every other Friday off, offering a favorable work-life balance.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Candidates for this internship must meet the following criteria:

• Any high school courses in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM)
• Planning to pursue higher education and a career in Engineering
• MUST be part of the BOCES PTECH Program

Pay Information

The Full-Time Salary Range for this role is $31,900 – $43,100.

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company. We deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, alongside advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, and it’s what we do at BAE Systems.

Working here means leveraging your passion and ingenuity where it truly matters – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligent solutions. As you develop cutting-edge technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a collaborative team, making a significant impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll discover a rewarding career that genuinely makes a difference.

Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. By exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities are found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, making an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.