Intern - Industrial Security Intern - Onsite; MA Security Clearance

Position: 2026 Intern - Industrial Security Intern - Onsite (MA) with Security Clearance
Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG
Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat.

Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world.

Discover opportunities to make a difference s is a multi-faceted Security Intern position working within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. You will help develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive security program in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). In this roe you will be exposed to investigations, compliance, large scale security projects, and the understanding on how everything ties into the Security environment.

In this role it will be supporting 5 cleared facilities across the Northeast, with a home location of Andover, MA as a direct report to the Associate Director of Security, you will be exposed to not only site level actions but how these projects impact a full region.

What You Will Do:

* Conduct employee briefings including new hire orientation, in-processing/out-processing security briefings/debriefings, and security education.

* Prepare and participate in semi-annual and yearly audits and inspections.

* Assist with the implement of local Standard Operating procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, and COMSEC requirements and guidelines.

* Prepare and maintain inquiry reports on security infractions/violations and specifying preventive actions to be taken.

* Prepare and submit suspicious contact and adverse information reports.

* Assist with visitor access control and personnel security.

* Large scale compliance efforts to gain alignment across locations. Qualifications You Must Have:
* Must be at least a sophomore by the start of summer 2026 pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Criminal Justice, Security & Intelligence, Homeland Security, Security Management, and Risk management.

* The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer:
* 3.0 cumulative GPA desired

* Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PPT, Project, Word)

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

* Location:

Andover, MA

* 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.

* This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

* Clearance Information:
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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,…