Who this guide is for
This guide is for students in the United States considering an internship or co-op at RTX, the aerospace and defense company behind Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. It covers how RTX describes its student programs, what is publicly documented about eligibility and timing, and how to prepare an application. Every claim is linked to an official RTX source at the end; where RTX does not publish a detail, we say so instead of guessing.
Program overview
| Program | Field | Location | Duration | Study stage | Application timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internships | Engineering and other disciplines across Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon | Varies by posting (US) | Not specified | Not specified — check each posting | Searchable year-round via the RTX internship listings |
| Co-ops | Experiential roles across RTX businesses | Varies by posting (US) | Not specified | Not specified — check each posting | Searchable via the RTX internship listings |
| PhD internships | Research-focused roles | Varies by posting | Not specified | PhD candidates | Not specified |
RTX describes its internships and co-ops as experiential learning on complex challenges across its three businesses. The table reflects program-level information from RTX's campus page; requirements that belong to one specific vacancy are listed only in that vacancy's posting.
Eligibility
RTX does not publish a single program-wide eligibility rule for degree requirements, graduation windows or accepted disciplines on its campus-programs page — those requirements live in each individual posting. Read the qualifications section of the specific role before applying. Work authorization requirements: not specified on the program page; check the individual posting.
Recruiting timeline
RTX does not publish a common application season or deadline for internships on its campus page. Openings are posted through its internship search on a rolling basis, so treat each posting's stated dates as the authority. Historical postings are not a reliable guide to future dates.
Pay and work arrangement
RTX does not state program-wide internship compensation or a standard work arrangement (on-site, hybrid or remote) on its campus page. Where an individual posting discloses pay or location expectations, those apply to that vacancy only — not to every RTX program.
Application and preparation
Applications go through the official RTX careers site. RTX's published hiring overview describes the general sequence as: apply to a role, application review, interviews, reference checks, and — if selected — a role-specific background check. RTX recommends tailoring your resume to the role.
Preparation is on you, and it is where most applicants fall short. Before you apply, tailor your resume to the posting's exact keywords with the Resume Tailor, draft a role-specific letter with the Cover Letter Writer, and practice the behavioral questions aerospace recruiters ask in Interview Prep. You can also find recruiters at RTX and request a warm introduction before your application lands.
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Sources and authorship
- RTX Campus Programs — program descriptions (checked October 18, 2026)
- RTX Internship Search — live official listings (checked October 18, 2026)
- RTX hiring process overview — application stages (checked October 18, 2026)
Written and reviewed by John Corbett. Program details reviewed October 18, 2026. Spot an error? Contact us through support. For the live inventory, see the RTX employer page.