Controls Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Egan Company • Champlin, MN

5d • $23 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for an exciting way to spend your summer while gaining real world experience in the Electrical Industry? Join Egan Companys Industrial Controls Process Engineering Team as a Controls Engineering Intern located at our headquarters in Champlin, MN. In our summer internship program, youll work alongside professionals in the industry while also engaging in events just for interns, including a jobsite ride-along, Insights Discovery workshop, mentorship opportunities, and more! Our internship program lasts approximately 12-weeks, with flexible start and end dates to meet the needs of your school and extracurricular schedule. With the flexibility of working hybrid, you can collaborate alongside team members with a blend of working in the office and at home.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and a strong interest in automation.
• Proficient in the use of standard office computer programs such as Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• High level of initiative, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with shop technicians and engineers.
• Courteous, professional, diplomatic, and highly motivated.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and methods.
• Willingness to learn new ideas and concepts and take on new tasks and challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AutoCAD or programming languages (C++, Python, or Ladder Logic) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Support the development and testing of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code and Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley focus).
• Participate in system testing in our UL 508A panel shop to verify wiring and logic before shipment.
• Audit, organize, and archive legacy software and hardware assets. You will ensure that older program versions are properly cataloged to maintain long-term long-term customer support.
• Collaborative development and refinement of group-wide programming standards. This includes describing and documenting tag naming conventions, standard logic blocks (Add-On Instructions), and HMI style guides to ensure consistency across all Egan projects.
• Help maintain project documentation, including I/O lists and BOMs (Bills of Materials).
• Promote a positive safety culture by following Egans safety policies.
• Participate in construction document review.
• Build strong internal partnerships, work collaboratively with other Egan groups to support Egans Mission, Vision and Values.
• Actively participate in Egans Summer Internship Program and activities.
• Perform additional duties and assignments as requested/assigned.

Benefits

• Well-being: youre offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
• Professional Development: we support your learning and career growth by offering regular learning and development opportunities both on the job and as part of the summer internship program.
• Community Involvement: our Beyond the Jobsite program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST): accrue paid leave that can be used for certain reasons related to sickness and safety

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees