System Administrator Intern (Summer 2027)

Date Posted: 2026-10-15 Country: United States of America Location: US-RI-MIDDLETOWN-201 ~ 127 John Clarke Rd ~ BBN MIDDLETOWN, Ste 3 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required What You Will Do As an intern, you will work both independently and collaboratively with our full-time team to support various IT operations. Your responsibilities will include installing and configuring server hardware and networking equipment, assisting end users with hardware and software needs, and collaborating with engineering staff, external vendors, and other stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges. Automating routine tasks by developing scripts and improving efficiency. Managing data center operations, including verifying server and equipment health, organizing resources, and overseeing the disposition of retired servers. Providing support for servers and desktops running Linux, Windows, or macOS operating systems. Organizing and maintaining the IT document repository. Conducting research and evaluating IT products. Qualifications You Must Have • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or a related field of study and actively enrolled through the duration of the internship. We Prefer

• Experience in the administration of Windows 10 operating systems.
• Knowledge of PC hardware repair, including laptops, desktops, and servers.
• Understanding of additional operating systems such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux (or CentOS), Ubuntu, and Windows Server.
• Experience with scripting and automation.
• Knowledge of basic IT infrastructure services, security, and protocols.

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. 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 employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off holidays Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. Equal Opportunity Employer RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. About RTX RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. #J-18808-Ljbffr RTX