SPRING 2027 IT CO-OP

SPRING 2027 IT CO-OP

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Sep 28, 2026

Req ID: 49337

Team: K21 TALENT ACQUISITION

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Part-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $47,000.00 to $66,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a Co-Op to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Newport News, VA. Where Technology and Teamwork come together... The qualified applicant will become part of Newport News Shipbuilding's Information Technology Division. The Information Technology Division has many capabilities that allow it to be an industry leader, in areas such as: security, simulation, training, enterprise-level IT solutions and products, information systems and services, and engineering. As a result, Co-Ops receive a diverse experience. Our premier Co-Op program provides opportunities to work within areas of the information technology field such as Software Engineering, Information Security, Project Management, Networking, Telecommunications, and the Program Management Office

Must Have

This position requires a commitment to work up to 20 hours a week.

Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply:

• U.S. Citizen

• Must be a full time student enrolled in a 4-year college/university.

• Must have completed freshman year.

• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.

• Unofficial transcripts are required when applying. Failure to upload transcripts at time of application will result in automatic disqualification.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of specific equipment and technologies is desired, but not required as this is an internship that will expose the intern to a variety of information technologies.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.