MBA Corporate Strategy & Development Intern

Date Posted:

2025-10-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA108: 1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington 1100 Wilson Boulevard , Arlington, VA, 22209 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Summer 2026, MBA intern: Corporate Strategy & Development (MBA students)

RTX Corporation is an industry leading Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its ~185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in physics, propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.  

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate Strategy & Development Team:

The RTX Corporate Strategy & Development (“CS&D”) team is responsible for shaping the future strategic direction of the company in addition to executing on M&A activity for the company. CS&D reports directly to RTX’s President & CEO and the team serves as advisors to RTX leadership on the highest value issues and opportunities facing the company. All CS&D team members are also expected to:

• Monitor competitive dynamics and M&A activity in RTX end markets and among corporate and business unit peers

• Build productive relationships with RTX business units to understand their businesses and strategic objectives

What You Will do

MBA Interns are an integral part of the CS&D team, supporting active strategy and transaction projects during their time in the group. Specific responsibilities may include:

• Analyzing market opportunities and competitive dynamics

• Self-directed strategy analyses

• Evaluating potential acquisition targets (including valuation, structuring and actionability)

• Supporting active M&A transactions

• Developing presentations for RTX leadership and the Board of Directors

• Presenting strategy findings or M&A recommendations to senior management

• Interns will have an assigned mentor, typically a past MBA Intern. 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidates must be currently pursuing an MBA and must not graduate prior August 2026.

• 2+ years of prior strategy experience (at a consulting firm or in an internal strategy role) or transactional experience (at an investment bank or in a corporate development role)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent business judgment, critical thinking and analytical skills

• Ability to take ownership of assigned projects, handle ambiguity and independently drive for results

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Industry experience in Aerospace and/or Defense

• Demonstrated experience building credibility and respect across functions and organizational levels

Learn More & Apply Now!
Location: This position can be hybrid from Arlington, VA; Boston, MA; Farmington, CT or remote.
Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role:
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 42,000 USD - 88,000 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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