[Hiring] Summer 2026 - Legal Intern @RTX

Role Description

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. We’re seeking law students to support our Legal Department this summer. The internship will provide candidates with valuable experience working on important legal and contractual issues in a world-class, dynamic, full-service legal environment.

While supporting Military Engine programs, our program seeks to help you:

• Develop an understanding of the aerospace industry
• Learn about our company and its operations
• Appreciate how each discipline and department contributes to the success of our products and customer partnerships

Your growth as a professional and the difference you make will be on display every day.

What You Will Do:

• Advise on and support the negotiation of contract terms based on business requirements and risk considerations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement legal risk mitigation strategies
• Conduct research and review newly promulgated federal acquisition rules
• Assist with regulatory and compliance matters
• Perform project management activities, including:
  • Tracking deliverables
  • Creating status reports
  • Monitoring the successful achievement of project goals
• Develop internal reference guides that outline key requirements of significant compliance frameworks relevant to the business

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a law degree program
• Completion of at least one year of full-time law school or equivalent prior to starting the internship
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (this position may require access to systems/tools restricted to individuals who possess U.S. citizenship)

Requirements

• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of collaboration, flexibility, innovation, and initiative
• Strong interest in the study and application of law, with substantive knowledge of legal issues
• Some prior experience working with a legal department or law firm
• A strong understanding of our work history in business or aerospace

Benefits

• 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