This internship work is primarily in office with occasional telework allowed.
Timeline for intern selection
Applications can be submitted and will be reviewed until 13 November 2026.
Interviews will begin on 26 October and will conclude on 18 December 2026.
Offers/decisions will be extended starting 18 November.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated student actively pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree in Engineering or related field to work alongside the SPA team in support of PAE MS Above Water Sensors programs. The successful intern will quickly learn and contribute to tasks, projects, and discussions with opportunities to support exciting radar, electronic warfare, and electro-optic/infrared programs.
The IWSG office is located at 20 M Street in Southeast DC, conveniently down the street from our clients at the Washington Navy Yard.
Compensation rate is dependent upon rising year and degree.
Qualifications
The ideal intern will
Be enrolled in, and in pursuit of, a four-year undergraduate degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; or a related field such as Physics
Articulate a willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures
Demonstrate forward thinking and proactive problem solving skills
Possess strong leadership, administrative, and interpersonal skills
Be capable of quickly obtaining and maintaining an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance
Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $23.00/Hr. - USD $31.00/Hr.
We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated student actively pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree in Engineering or related field to work alongside the SPA team in support of PAE MS Above Water Sensors programs. The successful intern will quickly learn and contribute to tasks, projects, and discussions with opportunities to support exciting radar, electronic warfare, and electro-optic/infrared programs.
The IWSG office is located at 20 M Street in Southeast DC, conveniently down the street from our clients at the Washington Navy Yard.
Compensation rate is dependent upon rising year and degree.
The ideal intern will
Be enrolled in, and in pursuit of, a four-year undergraduate degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; or a related field such as Physics
Articulate a willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures
Demonstrate forward thinking and proactive problem solving skills
Possess strong leadership, administrative, and interpersonal skills
Be capable of quickly obtaining and maintaining an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance
