
Defense & Intel (D&I) - Systems Engineering Internship
El Segundo, CAFull-time$18–35/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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KBR is seeking students for its Summer 2027 Defense & Intel Systems Engineering Internship. Interns will explore Model-Based Systems Engineering approaches for defense applications, develop training curriculum in systems theory and MBSE, and gain experience with SysML modeling. The paid, 12-week opportunity includes mentorship and work alongside experienced professionals on projects supporting national security and advanced technology initiatives.
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Defense & Intel (D&I) - Systems Engineering Internship
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.
Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
The Opportunity
KBR is seeking highly motivated and talented students to join our Defense & Intel Internship Program for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands-on experience, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support national security and advanced technology initiatives.
Interns will work alongside experienced professionals on real-world assignments, gaining exposure to technical and operational challenges while building valuable skills and industry knowledge. Whether your interests are in engineering, software, cyber, data analytics, science, business, or mission operations, KBR provides an environment where you can learn, contribute, and grow.
Why Join KBR?
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Mentorship from experienced subject matter experts.
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Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges.
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Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
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Networking opportunities with other technologists and executives.
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Competitive pay and great company culture.
As a Defense & Intel – Systems Engineering Intern, you will:
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Explore Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches for defense applications
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Develop curriculum to train engineers in systems theory and MBSE
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Gain a wide breadth of experience in SysML modeling to support MBSE education
Selected interns for this paid opportunity will be provided with the opportunity to mentor with experienced professionals, gain experience and establish a name for themselves in this high demand career field.
Required Skillset:
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Full-time rising junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing an engineering degree, ABET-accredited preferred.
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Major field of study: Systems and Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, or related Technical field.
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Must work well in both a team environment and independently.
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Must have excellent computer skills.
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Must have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement.
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Self-motivated; takes ownership of projects and issues, and following issues through to resolution.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
Work Schedule:
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Average 40 hours per week.
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12 weeks in duration during the period of Summer 2027.
Security Requirements:
- Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
Compensation:
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$18 - $35 per hour
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The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, degree type and area of study, and year in school.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
How this job compares
Set against the 3,067 open Systems Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$18–35/hr
- California median$38–54/hr25 hourly ranges
- US median$32–41/hr146 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $26.50/hr, is 43% below the California median midpoint ($47/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Systems Engineering hourly ranges in California.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 559 open Systems Engineering jobs in California and 3,067 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- Anduril102 open
- Northrop Grumman41 open
- NVIDIA19 open
- Experience
- Systems Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 10 years (2,440 postings).
- Education
- 1,031 of the 3,067 open Systems Engineering jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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