Facilities and Maintenance Intern

Date Posted:

2025-09-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HTX36: Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX, 75082-2402 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

The Facilities Engineering Intern will support the design, management, and execution of facilities construction and infrastructure improvement projects across the Richardson campus. Working within the Facilities team, you will be involved in a range of activities including planning layout modifications, supporting active construction sites, assisting with general maintenance efforts, and helping compile technical information to support maintenance tasks and work orders. This hands-on internship offers a balance of field work and office-based planning, giving you valuable exposure to real-world facility operations.

Immerse yourself in a full-time, Monday-Friday co-op session, that will run January-August (including the Spring semester; it is expected students will take a semester off from coursework to fully engage with this working mentorship opportunity).

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the planning and execution of facilities infrastructure projects, including layout changes, utility modifications, and construction activities.

• Assist with tracking and responding to facility service requests and work orders.

• Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives by monitoring compliance items.

• Help coordinate vendors and contractors during onsite work.

• Support construction management by tracking schedules, reviewing plans, and coordinating with contractors and vendors.

• Help evaluate and document facility systems including HVAC, plumbing, and power distribution.

• Contribute to the development of site improvement plans through data gathering, design input, and field verification.

• Aid in compiling and organizing technical information for maintenance teams to ensure timely task completion.

• Participate in field inspections and assist in monitoring construction or maintenance progress.

• Work with experienced facilities engineers to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Learn:

• Fundamentals of facilities infrastructure and mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).

• Real-world construction and project management skills.

• Effective communication and coordination with contractors, technicians, and cross-functional teams.

• Methods to prioritize and manage multiple facility-related tasks and projects.

• How to interpret construction documents and understand building system layouts.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract ​

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Learn More and Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

This position is eligible for relocation.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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