Engineering Intern

February 16, 2026
$26 / hour

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Job Description

Engineering Intern

About the Job

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your classroom-learned skills to a program supporting the defense of our country? General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) has an immediate opening for an Engineering Intern to join our team. This position offers a unique chance to work on projects that support some of our nation’s fundamental defense services. At GDMS, our employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that enable them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

The selected candidate will contribute to collaborative teams on various technical projects central to our core mission. Beyond receiving a competitive wage, the Engineering Intern will significantly enhance their skill set by working alongside a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. Interns will also benefit from a flexible work environment where their contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Basic Qualifications

  • Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of engineering technology.
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in one of the following disciplines:
    • Computer Engineering
    • Systems Engineering
    • Software Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Other related scientific or technical discipline
  • Preference for a standing of a sophomore or higher.
  • U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work performed within our facilities.

Responsibilities For This Position

As an Engineering Intern, your representative duties and tasks will include:

  • Applying your classroom-learned skills to real-world programs that support the defense of our country.
  • Working on projects that directly contribute to some of our nation’s fundamental defense services.
  • Collaborating with diverse teams on various technical projects aligned with GDMS’s core mission.
  • Developing solutions for high-stakes national security missions in close coordination with esteemed customers.
  • Enhancing your technical skill set by engaging with experienced and talented engineering professionals.

Target Salary Range

USD $26.25/Hr. – USD $26.25/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans