What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and talented current college student majoring in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering to join our team for the 2026 Summer Internship. This role offers hands-on experience working with FPGA development and electronic hardware design, supporting real-world engineering projects in a collaborative environment.
As an intern, you will assist with designing, testing, and implementing FPGA solutions, as well as contributing to the development and troubleshooting of electronic hardware systems. Ideal candidates should possess a foundational understanding of digital logic, circuit design, and programming languages commonly used in hardware development (such as VHDL or Verilog). Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential.
The internship will run during the summer of 2026, and offers valuable exposure to industry professionals and practical applications of academic knowledge.
This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree college program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and have completed at least one year of coursework
< b > Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance. You may be eligible to receive a cash payment in lieu of certain benefits. Any such payments would be governed by the contract(s) on which you work, a Department of Labor Wage Determination, and your work schedule.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.