Summer - Strategic Regulatory Services Intern; Remote

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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 at RTX.

Kick-start your career in cybersecurity and compliance by working on the front lines of real-world regulation, audits, and risk management. As a Cyber Compliance Intern, you won’t just observe—you’ll help support global security standards, assist with audits, and contribute to training and awareness that protects the business. If you’re curious about how cybersecurity actually works inside large organizations, enjoy research and problem-solving, and want hands-on experience that translates directly to a career in cyber, risk, or governance, this internship is built for you.

Track audit requests, deadlines, and responses using spreadsheets or Governance, Risk, and Compliance tools.

Assist in reviewing and summarizing cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, EASA Part-IS, CMMC).

Compile compliance metrics and dashboards, including audit status, training completion rates, and open findings.

Perform quality checks to ensure evidence is complete and up-to-date.

Draft standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and checklists.

Research best practices and emerging regulations.

Support continuous improvement initiatives within the compliance program.

A deeper understanding of global cybersecurity regulations.

Fundamentals of audit and evidence management.

Professional communication and documentation skills.

Hands-on experience with real-world compliance operations.

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on Cybersecurity. Candidates must not graduate before September 2026.

Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including data protection and risk management.

Interest in regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, EASA, etc.), even if limited to coursework.

Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret policies, standards, and regulatory language.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including data protection and risk management.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Location:

This position is remote.

Remote:
This position is currently designated as remote. Employees who are working in remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home) and may be expected to travel to an RTX facility as needed.

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,…