Human Resources Intern - Summer 2026

Job DescriptionHow does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.As an intern, you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real-world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.This is a summer position that has a typical timeframe of late May – August, with potential to return during Winter Break. Internships and Co-ops may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the company. In this position you will be supporting the Intelligence & Security Headquarters in McLean, Virginia and is expected to be hybrid. In this role, you will bring a passion for Human Resources, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and People and Culture processes to support a team of high performing HR Specialists and Generalists with relevant projects.In this role, you willHave autonomy and flexibility to explore various roles and responsibilities and provide input into your preferred are of interest Collaborate with members from various HR functions to learn more about the different facets of human resources, including Employee Relations, Talent Management, Total Rewards, Compensation, Learning and Development, and HR Operations Work directly with HRBP team members to deliver on priorities Participate in the execution of our sector wide internship programOther duties as assigned or requiredWho you areYou are a curious and agile learner, who seeks to understand how things are connectedYou are a collaborative team player and seek feedback from others You are articulate and able to concisely explain complex subject matter in person and in emailYou are innovative and enjoy taking new ideas and driving them forwardYou are a problem solver that is willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job doneYou have strong IT skills and are able to be creative when leveraging platforms such as Excel and PowerPointRequired Education, Experience, & SkillsPursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree with a focus in Human Resource Management or other related fieldsRising Junior, Senior, or Graduate studentStrong working knowledge of basic office automation tool suites such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Ability to work independently or in a team environmentEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prioritize projects with varying deadlinesPreferred Education, Experience, & SkillsPrevious HR related internship experienceCompleted at least two years of an undergraduate degreeLocal to a site location Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $44724 - $60326Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.About BAE Systems Intelligence & SecurityBAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.