2026 Marketing Internship

Safran DSI Business Unit: Optronics (formerly Optics 1)

ABOUT OUR MISSION:

Join the forefront of innovation and make an impact at Safran Defense & Space, Inc.!

Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), headquartered in Arlington, Va., is a leading U.S. aerospace company dedicated to supporting national defense and space missions. As a trusted partner to the U.S. armed forces, government agencies, and commercial sectors, Safran DSI delivers advanced technology solutions through its specialized business units: Assured PNT, Geospatial AI, Optronics, Space Solutions, and Testing & Telemetry.

Headquartered in Bedford, NH, Safran DSI Optronics (formerly Optics 1) is a global leader in full-service design and production of electro-optic and navigation systems. Leveraging core competencies in defense technologies, Optronics provides unmatched, first-class mission solutions for military and law enforcement personnel.

We have a high-paced, high-energy environment focused on acknowledging individual and team successes, as well as overall growth. Optronics is a community that cares about the mission of our customers. Our team believes in supporting and enriching our community through engagement; whether that means giving back to our troops, veterans and their families, investing in next generation innovators through STEM education, or higher education initiatives, giving back is an important part of who we are as a team.

If you’re ready to join our mission and serve those who serve, Safran DSI is the perfect place for you to take your career to the next level. Make a real difference and be part of something extraordinary. Apply now and help us build the future of defense and space.

POSITION PROFILE:

The Corporate Marketing Internship program offers paid internship opportunities at Optronics Inc. national headquarters located in Bedford, New Hampshire. The internship program is a combination of mentoring, learning activities, and project work designed to give broad exposure to the inner workings of a global, corporation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The nature of the assignments will vary, allowing opportunity for creativity, while providing a practical and challenging business experience. The goal of the Corporate Internship Program is to provide current students with exposure to a real-life business setting, while giving them the opportunity to learn about our industry. Optronics, Inc. provides an atmosphere that is intended to broaden an entry level

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Must be actively working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Graphic Design, Management, Business
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
• Understanding of social media platforms
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of the team
• Prior experience in an office setting
• Ability to function professionally in a fast-paced environment

• U.S. Protected Individual status required (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee or temporary resident (as defined at 8 USC 1160(a))

• Requires U.S. Citizenship

IDEALLY, YOU’LL ALSO HAVE:

Experience working in an ITAR environment

TRAVEL: None

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

EEO STATEMENT & ACCESSIBILITY: 

EOE/AA/M/F/Vets – US Protected Individual status required (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee or temporary resident (as defined at 8 USC 1160(a).