Electrical Engineer Internship
About The Position
The Electrical Engineer Intern will participate in a structured Summer Internship Program that provides hands-on electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to gain practical exposure to electrical system design, controls, documentation, testing, and troubleshooting. This program emphasizes real-world learning, mentorship, and meaningful project work that contributes directly to ongoing manufacturing, controls integration, and quality improvement efforts. The Electrical Engineer Intern will support engineering and manufacturing operations related to the production of commercial car wash systems. Under the guidance of senior electrical and controls engineers, the intern will assist with electrical inspections, documentation, system testing, and data analysis while developing foundational skills in industrial electrical systems, controls, and manufacturing support. During the summer program, interns will: Gain hands-on experience in a production manufacturing environment. Learn how electrical designs and control systems are implemented in industrial equipment. Develop basic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills. Understand electrical safety standards, quality requirements, and continuous improvement practices.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Junior Level or higher preferred at the time of internship.
- No prior professional engineering experience required.
- Basic understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals (circuits, motors, power distribution, control systems).
- Ability to read and interpret basic electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professional, safety-minded, and reliable.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internships, co-ops, lab work, or hands-on coursework involving electrical systems, controls, or automation are a plus but not required.
- Familiarity with industrial electrical components and manufacturing processes through coursework or hands-on experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with electrical CAD tools or PLC programming software is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with inspection and evaluation of electrical components and assemblies such as wiring harnesses, control panels, sensors, motors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Support engineering documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, inspection checklists, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Observe and participate in manufacturing operations related to electrical assembly, panel wiring, system integration, and final equipment build.
- Collect and organize production and quality data related to electrical defects, rework, and system performance.
- Assist with basic electrical and controls-related root cause investigations under the direction of senior engineers.
- Support equipment testing activities, including power-up checks, I/O verification, functional testing, and troubleshooting.
- Participate in continuous improvement or intern-specific projects with defined goals and deliverables.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Controls teams in day-to-day operations.
- Adhere to all electrical safety, quality, and workplace standards.
- Complete a final project summary or presentation at the conclusion of the internship.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
