2027 Intern Industrial Security

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman is seeking Industrial Security Interns to join the Aeronautics Sector Intern Program. This position will be in San Diego, CA / Palmdale, CA / Sierra Vista, AZ / Saint Augustine, FL / Melbourne, FL / Oklahoma City, OKC / El Segundo, CA / Clearfield, UT / Dayton, OH / Iuka, MS

The selected candidate will perform a variety of duties in support of functional areas such as site security, or for a specific project/business/technical unit.  

As an intern, you’ll participate in a summer internship program to develop competencies in a variety of specializations that may include:

Roles and Responsibilities

• Gather, collect, record, track and be able to verify data and information from multiple sources. 

• Compiles, reviews, and analyzes data. 

• Able to use software for functional area, to compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence, and presentations. May design processes to enhance workflow. 

• Provide data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures.

Basic Qualifications: 

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must: 

• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND will be enrolled full time in Fall 2026 

• Be majoring in homeland security, global conflict, intelligence, criminal justice, political science or related business field.

• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027 

• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25 out of 4.0 or higher 
• Previous internship/co-op experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular). 
• Good presentation and writing/communication skills. 
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment. 
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups.   
• Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects.   
• Experience in working on projects from inception through launch.    

Intern Pay Range  

• Undergraduate degrees (Including graduating students planning on attending/enrolled in a full-time Master’s program): $15.50 - $34.75 per hour

• Master’s: $22.50 – $43.25 per hour

Campusjobs 

Primary Level Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.