College Intern

Job ID: 717426BR Date posted: Feb. 10, 2026
Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Lockheed Martin Space in Valley Forge, PA is seeking a summer intern for 2026. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of engineering principles, strong in math and science. The candidate should have an understanding and ability to apply basic Mechanical Engineering principles, theories and concepts. Must be a US Citizen; Ability to obtain a security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. This position is in one of the coolest places to work: King of Prussia, PA.

This posting is for Lockheed Martin Space college student in Valley Forge as an Mechanical Engineer supporting a variety of programs in the Strategic Missile Defense Line of business. Under senior engineering supervision, you will have the opportunity to create, update, and critically evaluate 3D CAD models when provided design documentation. Duties will include becoming familiar with CREO 3D modeling and a variety of engineering tools to formulate & validate mechanical designs. As part of the group, this candidate will collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines such as thermal, dynamic, stress, reliability, EMC, and survivability analyses to assure compliant design. Interest in learning additive design principles (3D printing) is desired. Solid engineering background and strong communication skills are needed. To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages differences and big-picture thinking.
Basic Qualifications:
- Actively enrolled in an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or other related bachelor's degree program from an accredited college/university.
- This position requires the selected candidate to be a US Citizen and the ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) clearance.
Desired Skills:
Desired skills :
- Experience or coursework in design with understanding of electronics, structures, mechanics and materials.
- CREO experience would be desired, but not required.
- Experience or coursework in 3D printing/prototyping.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Part-Time as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Co-op/Summer Intern
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Call-In
Shift: First