# NG High School Internship: What's Available

**Author:** Zero G Talent
**Published:** 2026-02-28
**Category:** career-guides
**Tags:** northrop-grumman, internship, aerospace, defense, entry-level

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# Northrop Grumman high school internship in 2026

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Northrop Grumman does not have a large formal high school internship program comparable to its college intern pipeline. Most NG internships require active enrollment in a bachelor's or master's program.

## What's available for high schoolers

**STEM outreach programs** — NG sponsors CyberPatriot (cybersecurity competition), FIRST Robotics, and other STEM initiatives. These aren't internships but provide exposure and networking.

**Occasional high school intern postings** — NG very occasionally posts high school intern or co-op positions at specific sites, typically for students 18+ enrolled in vocational or technical programs. These are rare and site-specific.

## Better paths for high school students

| Path | What It Is | Why It Matters |
|------|----------|---------------|
| CyberPatriot | NG-sponsored cybersecurity competition | Direct recruiting pipeline |
| FIRST Robotics | Engineering competition (NG sponsors teams) | Hands-on technical experience |
| STEM summer camps | University-run programs in aerospace | Academic preparation |
| Dual enrollment | College courses while in HS | Start on engineering degree early |

## The realistic timeline

1. **High school**: Participate in CyberPatriot, FIRST Robotics, take AP math/science
2. **College freshman/sophomore**: Apply for NG summer internship
3. **College junior/senior**: Return intern → full-time conversion offer

Most defense companies require you to be at least 18 and enrolled in a degree program for internships due to ITAR and facility access requirements.

See our [NG internship guide](/blog/internships-northrop-grumman-2026) and [NG entry-level jobs](/blog/entry-level-northrop-grumman-jobs-2026). Browse [Northrop Grumman positions on Zero G Talent](/space-jobs-at-northrop-grumman).


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