System Administrator Internship - Fall 2026

Date Posted:

2026-06-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-CAMBRIDGE-BBN06 ~ 10 & 50 Moulton St ~ MOULTON B6

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

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.

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

RTX Corporation 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 185,000 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, VA.

The following position is to join our RTX BBN Team:

The Business Infrastructure group at RTX BBN Technologies' Cambridge, MA office is seeking a full time Information Technologies Undergraduate Intern for Fall 2026 to support IT staff in administration of equipment. Our team handles all aspects of IT including, but not limited to: core (Cisco) network infrastructure, phone systems, lab setups, server installs and configuration, scripting, automation, and VM management.

At BBN, we offer an exciting and collaborative workplace. If you enjoy a collegial environment that emphasizes innovation, teamwork, and technical excellence, we'd like to hear from you! We value creativity and initiative.

As an intern, you'll work independently and side by side with our full-time team, installing and configuring server hardware and networking equipment or working with end users directly to make sure they have all the hardware and software they need. You will also work directly with our engineering staff, external vendors, and collaborators to solve complex and interesting problems.

What You Will Do:

• Writing scripts to make daily life easier
• Maintain data center needs which includes verifying server and equipment health status.
• Tasks could also include organization of data center and disposition of retired servers.
• Support servers and/or desktops running Linux, Windows, or macOS operating systems.

What You Will Learn:

• Organize and maintain IT document repository
• Perform research and evaluation of products
• Diagnosing and solving IT Users' everyday issues
• Staging and deploying IT equipment

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in an applicable discipline (Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or related field of study) and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/ co-op session.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with administration of Windows 11 operating systems
• Experience with PC hardware repair of laptops, desktops, and servers
• Analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills
• Familiarity with additional operating systems (i.e. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (or CentOS), Ubuntu, Windows Server)
• Experience with scripting
• Experience with basic IT infrastructure services, security, and protocols

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Work Location

This is an on-site role, eligible candidates must reside or relocate within commuting distance of Cambridge, MA.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: Onsite: Employees who are working in onsite roles will work regularly onsite.

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, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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.

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.

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