Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

northwoodspace • Los Angeles, CA

8h • $30 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space and bring the benefits of space to the masses through innovations in space communications technologies. If you like building quickly and seeing your work deployed in locations around the globe with real impact, we want you at Northwood.

Northwood is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern during Summer 2026 to support the development of high-speed printed circuit boards (PCBs) for our digital backend. This backend enables our antenna system to meet high-rate processing needs across a variety of deployment environments. As part of our hardware team, you'll contribute to projects that prioritize reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in engineering. In this role, you’ll work on various aspects of high-speed PCB design, from concept through prototyping and testing.

Requirements

• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Coursework or projects related to PCB design, digital communication systems, or high-speed data transfer
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence) and understanding of PCB layout
• Interest in learning about low-noise design and EMI/EMC reduction techniques
• Basic understanding of PCB materials, signal integrity, and high-speed communication interfaces
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Eagerness to work in a fast-paced startup environment and to learn from experienced engineers

Nice To Haves

• Skills in soldering and PCB rework are a plus
• Basic programming skills in C, C++, or Python are a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of PCBs for high-speed digital communication systems, including RF and mixed-signal components
• Support the layout and setup of FPGAs, microcontrollers, and related peripherals
• Collaborate with RF, antenna, and DSP/FPGA engineers to enhance system performance and design
• Contribute to schematic design and layout, as well as board bring-up and validation
• Work alongside suppliers to help optimize component selection for performance and cost
• Test prototypes and evaluate performance both in the lab and in real-world environments
• Participate in analyzing system performance to guide future improvements

Benefits

• Northwood Summer 2026 Internships are based in Torrance, CA and 12 weeks in length (June 1 - August 21 or June 15 - September 4). We offer an hourly rate between $30-$34/hr based on discipline and graduating year. We also have a $4,000 housing stipend and lunch/dinner catered daily.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern